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vanilla

Pronunciation: [vəˈnɪlə]

Word

Learn how to use vanilla in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “food”

(noun) a flavor that comes from the vanilla bean. It is sweet and often used in desserts like ice cream, cakes, and cookies.

Example

I love vanilla ice cream because it's sweet and creamy.

Example

Chocolate cake is nice, but I don't like vanilla-flavored desserts.

Example

What is your favorite dessert: chocolate or vanilla?

Context: “similarity”

(adjective) used to describe something that is plain or ordinary, without anything extra. It’s like saying something is simple and doesn’t have extra flavors or surprises.

Example

Her outfit was vanilla, just a plain t-shirt and jeans.

Example

The movie was exciting, not at all vanilla like I had expected.

Example

Do you prefer vanilla ideas, or do you like things that are more adventurous?

How to pronounce vanilla

Pronunciation: [vəˈnɪlə]

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