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cherry

Pronunciation: [ˈtʃɛri]

Word

Learn how to use cherry in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “food”

(noun) a small, round fruit that is usually red or black and is sweet or sour. People eat cherries as a snack or use them in desserts like pies and cakes.

Example

I picked some cherries from the tree and they were delicious!

Example

I didn't find any fresh cherries at the store today.

Example

Do you like cherries on your ice cream?

Context: “botany”

(noun) the tree that produces cherries. These trees have beautiful flowers in the spring and grow in many places.

Example

The cherry tree in our backyard blooms every spring.

Example

The cherry tree did not survive the harsh winter.

Example

Have you ever seen a cherry tree in bloom?

Context: “games”

(noun) a term used in some sports, like baseball, to describe someone who is inexperienced or not very skilled. It's like saying they are a beginner.

Example

Even though he was a cherry, he tried hard and enjoyed playing.

Example

She stopped playing because she didn't want to be called a cherry anymore.

Example

Why do they call him a cherry in the game?

Context: “appearance”

(adjective) something that is bright and cheerful, like the color of cherries. It can also refer to a happy feeling.

Example

The cherry red dress she wore brightened up the whole room.

Example

His mood was not cherry at all; he seemed very sad.

Example

Is that car cherry red or a darker shade?

How to pronounce cherry

Pronunciation: [ˈtʃɛri]

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