strawberries

word · lemma: strawberry

/ˈstɹɔˌbɛɹiz/
STRAW-ber-eez
/stɹˈɔːbəɹɪz/
STRAW-buh-reez

Definition

Strawberries are small, red, sweet fruits with tiny seeds on the outside and a green leafy top. People often eat them fresh, in desserts, or in jams.

Usage & Nuances

"Strawberries" is the plural of "strawberry." Common collocations: "fresh strawberries," "strawberry jam," "pick strawberries." Often associated with desserts. Not used for the color—use "strawberry-colored."

Spanish: fresasPortuguese (BR): morangosPortuguese (PT): morangosChinese (Simplified): 草莓Chinese (Traditional): 草莓Hindi: स्ट्रॉबेरीArabic: فراولةBengali: স্ট্রবেরিRussian: клубникаJapanese: いちごVietnamese: dâu tâyKorean: 딸기Turkish: çilekUrdu: اسٹرابیریIndonesian: stroberi

Example Sentences

We picked fresh strawberries at the farm.

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Strawberries are red and sweet.

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I like to eat strawberries with cream.

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Could you buy some strawberries on your way home?

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This cake is topped with fresh strawberries and cream.

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I think strawberries taste best in summer.

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