onions
word · lemma: onion
/ˈənjənz/
UHN-yuhnz
/ˈʌniənz/
UHN-yuhnz
Definition
Onions are round vegetables with many layers, often white, yellow, or red, that add flavor to food when cooked or eaten raw.
Usage & Nuances
The plural 'onions' refers to more than one onion. Common in cooking: 'chopped onions', 'fried onions'. Can make eyes water when cut. Used in many cuisines worldwide. Do not confuse with 'spring onions' (scallions) or 'shallots', which are similar but different vegetables.
Spanish: cebollasPortuguese (BR): cebolasPortuguese (PT): cebolasChinese (Simplified): 洋葱Chinese (Traditional): 洋蔥Hindi: प्याजArabic: بصلBengali: পেঁয়াজRussian: лук (репчатый)Japanese: 玉ねぎVietnamese: hành tâyKorean: 양파Turkish: soğanUrdu: پیازIndonesian: bawang bombay
Example Sentences
Cutting onions always makes my eyes water.
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Can you grill some onions for the burgers?
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Some people really dislike the taste of onions.
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I bought some onions at the market.
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She chopped the onions for the soup.
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The pizza has cheese and onions on top.
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