melons
word · lemma: melon
Definition
Melons are large, juicy fruits with a thick rind and sweet flesh, such as cantaloupe or watermelon. The word refers to more than one melon.
Usage & Nuances
"Melons" is a plural noun, often used to talk about different kinds (honeydew, cantaloupe, watermelon). Common with 'slice,' 'cut,' or 'pick.' In casual speech, sometimes used humorously or as slang, but in most contexts, it's literal.
Spanish: melonesPortuguese (BR): melõesPortuguese (PT): melõesChinese (Simplified): 甜瓜Chinese (Traditional): 甜瓜Hindi: खरबूजेArabic: شمامBengali: তরমুজ - খরবুজাRussian: дыниJapanese: メロンVietnamese: dưaKorean: 멜론 - 참외Turkish: kavunlarUrdu: خربوزےIndonesian: dưa
Example Sentences
We bought two melons at the market.
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The melons are sweet and juicy.
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Different stores sell different kinds of melons in the summer.
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These melons are perfect for making a fruit salad.
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She cut the melons into slices for the picnic.
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I love chilling melons in the fridge and eating them on a hot day.
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