herb
word
/ˈɝb/
urb
/hˈɜːb/
hurb
Definition
A small plant with leaves, seeds, or flowers used for flavoring food, medicine, or making fragrance.
Usage & Nuances
'Herb' is pronounced 'hɜːrb' in British English (with the 'h' sounded), but often 'ɜːrb' in American English ('h' silent). Common with 'fresh/dried herbs', culinary and medicinal contexts. Not to confuse with 'weed' (undesired plants).
Spanish: hierba - planta medicinalPortuguese (BR): erva - planta medicinalPortuguese (PT): erva - planta medicinalChinese (Simplified): 香草 - 草药Chinese (Traditional): 香草 - 草藥Hindi: जड़ी-बूटीArabic: عشب - نبات طبيBengali: উদ্ভিদ (ঔষধিগাছ) - হার্ব (সংক্ষিপ্ত)Russian: трава - пряная трава (кулинария/лекарство)Japanese: ハーブVietnamese: thảo mộcKorean: 허브Turkish: bitki (şifalı ot) - ot (baharat)Urdu: جڑی بوٹیIndonesian: herba - tanaman obat
Example Sentences
My grandmother grows herbs in her garden.
basic
Just add a pinch of fresh herbs to make this soup taste amazing.
natural
Do you know any herbs that help with sleep?
natural
Some people swear by herbal remedies instead of taking pills.
natural
Basil is a common herb used in Italian cooking.
basic
Some people drink herb tea to relax.
basic