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Durians Meaning in English

word · lemma: durian

ˈdʊriənz
DUR-ee-uhnz
djˈɔːɹiən
dyaw-REE-uhnz

Definition

Durians are large tropical fruits with a strong smell and a spiky shell, famous in Southeast Asia. The inside is creamy and sweet, but the smell is very strong and not liked by everyone.

Usage & Nuances

"Durians" is a countable plural; you can say "a durian" or "many durians." The word usually refers to the fruit as sold in markets. Note the unique smell—sometimes called "the king of fruits." The strong odor means durians are often banned in hotels or public transport in Southeast Asia.

Example Sentences

There are many durians in the market today.

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Durians have a very strong smell.

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Some people love to eat durians.

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It's hard to ignore the smell when someone opens durians nearby.

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Hotels in Singapore usually don't allow guests to bring durians inside because of the smell.

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Local sellers sometimes cut up durians for you to taste at the stall.

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