B2 verb ニュートラル

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.

例文

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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.

語族

名詞
bouquet
形容詞
bouqueted
関連
florist
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覚え方のコツ

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

クイックテスト

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

正解!

正解は: a

例文

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.

語族

名詞
bouquet
形容詞
bouqueted
関連
florist

よく使う組み合わせ

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

よく使うフレーズ

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

よく混同される語

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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使い方のコツ

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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よくある間違い

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.

💡

覚え方のコツ

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

📖

語源

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

文法パターン

Countable noun: one bouquet, two bouquets Commonly followed by 'of' plus a plural noun (e.g., bouquet of roses)
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文化的な背景

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.

クイックテスト

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

正解!

正解は: a

関連単語

pale

A1

Describes something that has very little color or is much lighter than usual. It is often used to describe a person's face when they are ill or a color that is mixed with a lot of white.

lung

A1

The lungs are two organs inside your chest that you use to breathe. They bring oxygen into your body and remove carbon dioxide when you breathe out.

tropical

A1

Relating to the hot regions of the Earth near the equator. It describes weather that is very warm and wet, or plants and animals that come from these areas.

trader

A1

A trader is a person whose job is to buy and sell goods, stocks, or other items for profit. They can work in a small local market or on large international financial exchanges.

indoor

A1

Describes something that is located, happens, or is used inside a building rather than outside. It is an adjective used before a noun to talk about activities or objects protected from the weather.

threshold

A1

A threshold is the physical area at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter a room or building. It also refers to the level or point at which something starts to happen or changes.

tribute

A1

A tribute is something that you say, do, or give to show your respect and admiration for someone. It is often a public act used to honor a person's life, work, or memory.

elder

A1

Used to describe a person who is older than another, especially within a family. It is also used to refer to people who have a high status or more experience because of their age.

russian

A1

Relating to Russia, its people, its language, or its culture. It describes things that come from or are connected to the largest country in the world.

southeastern

A1

Located in or coming from the direction between south and east. It describes a place, a region, or a wind that is in the corner between the bottom and the right on a map.

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