A1 noun Neutral #2,228 most common

peach

/piːtʃ/

A peach is a round, sweet fruit with soft, fuzzy skin and a large hard seed in the middle. It is usually orange or yellow and is commonly eaten fresh or used in desserts during the summer.

Examples

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1

I ate a fresh peach for breakfast this morning.

I ate a fresh peach for breakfast this morning.

2

The agricultural report indicates a high yield for the peach crop this season.

The agricultural report indicates a high yield for the peach crop this season.

3

This peach is so juicy, it's dripping down my chin!

This peach is so juicy, it's dripping down my chin!

Word Family

Noun
peach
Adverb
peachily
Adjective
peachy
Related
peachiness
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Memory Tip

A peach is fuzzy like a bear, but sweet like a pear.

Quick Quiz

She picked a ripe ____ from the tree and took a big bite.

Correct!

The correct answer is: peach

Examples

1

I ate a fresh peach for breakfast this morning.

everyday

I ate a fresh peach for breakfast this morning.

2

The agricultural report indicates a high yield for the peach crop this season.

formal

The agricultural report indicates a high yield for the peach crop this season.

3

This peach is so juicy, it's dripping down my chin!

informal

This peach is so juicy, it's dripping down my chin!

4

Prunus persica, the botanical name for the peach, belongs to the family Rosaceae.

academic

Prunus persica, the botanical name for the peach, belongs to the family Rosaceae.

5

Our company specializes in the global export of premium canned peaches.

business

Our company specializes in the global export of premium canned peaches.

Word Family

Noun
peach
Adverb
peachily
Adjective
peachy
Related
peachiness

Common Collocations

ripe peach ripe peach
peach tree peach tree
peach fuzz peach fuzz
peach pit peach pit
peach cobbler peach cobbler

Common Phrases

everything is peachy

everything is going very well

peaches and cream

a perfect or very pleasant situation

a real peach

a person or thing that is very nice or helpful

Often Confused With

peach vs beach

Beach refers to the sandy area by the ocean, while peach is a fruit.

peach vs pitch

Pitch refers to the frequency of a sound or throwing a ball, while peach is a fruit.

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Usage Notes

The word peach can be used to describe both the fruit and a light orange-pink color. In informal English, 'peachy' is often used to mean 'excellent' or 'fine'.

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Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse the pronunciation of peach with beach; remember that peach starts with a 'p' sound like 'pear'.

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Memory Tip

A peach is fuzzy like a bear, but sweet like a pear.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Latin 'persicum', which literally means 'Persian apple'.

Grammar Patterns

Countable noun Plural: peaches Can be used as an attributive noun (e.g., peach pie)
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Cultural Context

In many East Asian cultures, peaches are symbols of immortality, longevity, and good luck.

Quick Quiz

She picked a ripe ____ from the tree and took a big bite.

Correct!

The correct answer is: peach

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cookie

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A cookie is a small, flat, sweet baked food. It is usually made from flour, sugar, and oil or butter, and often includes ingredients like chocolate chips, nuts, or raisins.

menu

A1

A menu is a list of food and drink options that you can choose from at a restaurant or café. It can also refer to a list of functions or commands displayed on a computer screen.

recipe

A1

A set of written instructions that tell you how to cook or prepare a specific type of food. It usually includes a list of ingredients and step-by-step directions to follow.

cook

A1

To prepare food by heating it so that it is ready to eat. It describes the general process of making a meal using heat sources like a stove or oven.

bake

A1

To cook food by dry heat without direct exposure to a flame, typically in an oven. This method is most commonly used for preparing bread, cakes, and cookies.

fry

A1

A thin strip of potato that has been deep-fried until crispy. It is commonly served as a side dish or snack and is often seasoned with salt.

drink

A1

To take liquid into your mouth and swallow it. It is a basic human action used for hydration, nutrition, or social enjoyment.

milk

A1

Milk is a white liquid produced by female mammals, such as cows and goats, used as food by humans. It is commonly consumed as a drink or used as an ingredient in various recipes like cereal, coffee, and cakes.

tea

A1

A popular drink made by soaking dried leaves in hot water. It can be served hot or cold and is often enjoyed with milk, sugar, or lemon.

egg

A1

An oval object laid by a female bird, especially a chicken, used as food. It consists of a hard outer shell, a clear white, and a yellow center called the yolk.

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