gardens

word · lemma: garden

/ˈɡɑɹdənz/
GAR-duhnz
/ɡˈɑːdənz/
GAH-duhnz

Definition

Areas of land where people grow flowers, vegetables, or other plants for beauty, food, or relaxation. Can also refer to places designed as parks or decorative grounds.

Usage & Nuances

Common in both literal (private or public land for growing plants) and figurative speech (e.g., 'lost in the gardens' as poetic). Used in both British and American English but may refer to larger park areas in the UK. Usual collocations: 'public gardens,' 'botanical gardens,' 'community gardens.'

Example Sentences

There are many beautiful gardens in the city.

basic

Children like to play in the gardens after school.

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My grandparents grow vegetables in their gardens.

basic

Spring makes the city's gardens burst with color.

natural

Many couples take wedding photos in famous gardens.

natural

If you walk south, you'll pass several beautiful gardens before the train station.

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