B2 verb Neutral

bouquet

/buˈkeɪ/

A bouquet is an attractively arranged bunch of flowers, typically given as a gift or used for decorative purposes. In sensory science and enology, it refers to the complex collection of aromas and scents found in wine or perfume.

Beispiele

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1

He picked up a vibrant bouquet of wildflowers from the local market.

He picked up a vibrant bouquet of wildflowers from the local market.

2

The guest of honor was presented with a formal bouquet of white lilies.

The guest of honor was presented with a formal bouquet of white lilies.

3

I'm just going to grab a cheap bouquet to say thanks.

I'm just going to grab a cheap bouquet to say thanks.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
bouquet
Adjektiv
bouqueted
Verwandt
florist
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Merkhilfe

Think of a 'Bouquet' at a 'Banquet'. Both are fancy and often found together at weddings.

Schnelles Quiz

The wine connoisseur swirled the glass and took a deep breath to appreciate the wine's rich ______.

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Die richtige Antwort ist: a

Beispiele

1

He picked up a vibrant bouquet of wildflowers from the local market.

everyday

He picked up a vibrant bouquet of wildflowers from the local market.

2

The guest of honor was presented with a formal bouquet of white lilies.

formal

The guest of honor was presented with a formal bouquet of white lilies.

3

I'm just going to grab a cheap bouquet to say thanks.

informal

I'm just going to grab a cheap bouquet to say thanks.

4

The researcher noted that the wine's bouquet was influenced by the oak barrels used during maturation.

academic

The researcher noted that the wine's bouquet was influenced by the oak barrels used during maturation.

5

Our floral department specializes in custom bouquets for high-end corporate events.

business

Our floral department specializes in custom bouquets for high-end corporate events.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
bouquet
Adjektiv
bouqueted
Verwandt
florist

Häufige Kollokationen

bridal bouquet bridal bouquet
floral bouquet floral bouquet
complex bouquet complex bouquet
hand-tied bouquet hand-tied bouquet
toss the bouquet toss the bouquet

Häufige Phrasen

toss the bouquet

to throw the flowers at a wedding ceremony

catch the bouquet

to catch the bride's flowers

a bouquet of praises

a figurative collection of compliments

Wird oft verwechselt mit

bouquet vs bucket

A bucket is a plastic or metal container for water; a bouquet is a bunch of flowers.

bouquet vs banquet

A banquet is a large, formal dinner; a bouquet is a floral arrangement.

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Nutzungshinweise

Use 'bouquet' when referring to professionally or intentionally arranged flowers. In wine terminology, it specifically describes the secondary and tertiary smells developed during aging, rather than the primary fruit smells (aroma).

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often pronounce the 't' at the end, but it is silent. Don't confuse it with 'bunch', which is more casual and can apply to things like keys or grapes.

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Merkhilfe

Think of a 'Bouquet' at a 'Banquet'. Both are fancy and often found together at weddings.

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Wortherkunft

From the Old French word 'boquet', meaning a small wood or a clump of trees.

Grammatikmuster

Countable noun: one bouquet, two bouquets Commonly followed by 'of' plus a plural noun (e.g., bouquet of roses)
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Kultureller Kontext

In Western culture, it is a tradition for a bride to toss her bouquet over her shoulder to a group of single women; the one who catches it is said to be the next to marry.

Schnelles Quiz

The wine connoisseur swirled the glass and took a deep breath to appreciate the wine's rich ______.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: a

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