Shrubs Meaning in English
word · lemma: shrub
ˈʃɹəbz
SHRUBZ
ʃɹˈʌbz
SHRUBZ
Definition
Shrubs are small or medium-sized woody plants, smaller than trees, usually with several stems growing from the ground.
Usage & Nuances
'Shrubs' is a countable noun used for landscaping, gardening, and biology. Common collocations: 'trim the shrubs', 'flowering shrubs', 'evergreen shrubs'. Not used for very small plants (like grass) or large trees.
Spanish: arbustosPortuguese (BR): arbustosPortuguese (PT): arbustosChinese (Simplified): 灌木丛Chinese (Traditional): 灌木叢Hindi: झाड़ियाँArabic: شجيراتBengali: ঝোপ - গুল্মRussian: кустарникиJapanese: 低木 - 茂みVietnamese: bụi câyKorean: 관목Turkish: çalılarUrdu: جھاڑیاںIndonesian: semak - perdu
Example Sentences
There are several shrubs in the front yard.
basic
We planted new shrubs along the fence.
basic
The garden has both trees and shrubs.
basic
After a few years, the small shrubs turned into thick green hedges.
natural
The park’s walking paths are lined with colorful shrubs that bloom in spring.
natural
We need to trim the shrubs before they get too big.
natural