raspberry
A small, soft red fruit that grows on a bush and is made of many tiny parts. It has a sweet and slightly tart taste and is often used in desserts and jams.
Examples
3 of 5I like to eat a fresh raspberry with my breakfast every morning.
I like to eat a fresh raspberry with my breakfast every morning.
The dessert menu features a delicate raspberry mousse with mint leaves.
The dessert menu features a delicate raspberry mousse with mint leaves.
Can you grab a punnet of raspberries from the fridge?
Can you grab a punnet of raspberries from the fridge?
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Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the 'p' as a tiny seed hidden inside the word, just like the tiny seeds inside the fruit.
Quick Quiz
The ______ jam we bought at the farmer's market is delicious.
Correct!
The correct answer is: raspberry
Examples
I like to eat a fresh raspberry with my breakfast every morning.
everydayI like to eat a fresh raspberry with my breakfast every morning.
The dessert menu features a delicate raspberry mousse with mint leaves.
formalThe dessert menu features a delicate raspberry mousse with mint leaves.
Can you grab a punnet of raspberries from the fridge?
informalCan you grab a punnet of raspberries from the fridge?
Research indicates that the raspberry contains high levels of vitamin C and antioxidants.
academicResearch indicates that the raspberry contains high levels of vitamin C and antioxidants.
Our company is introducing a new raspberry-flavored sparkling water this summer.
businessOur company is introducing a new raspberry-flavored sparkling water this summer.
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Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
blow a raspberry
to make a noise with your tongue and lips to show dislike or for fun
raspberry ripple
a flavor of ice cream with streaks of raspberry syrup
raspberry vinaigrette
a salad dressing made with raspberry vinegar
Often Confused With
Strawberries are larger, heart-shaped, and have seeds on the outside, while raspberries are hollow and bumpy.
Blackberries are usually larger, darker (almost black), and sweeter when fully ripe.
Usage Notes
The word is countable when referring to the fruit (one raspberry), but it is used as an adjective/noun adjunct to describe flavors (raspberry cake).
Common Mistakes
The most common mistake is forgetting the 'p' in the spelling; it is pronounced 'raz-berry', but spelled with a silent 'p'.
Memory Tip
Think of the 'p' as a tiny seed hidden inside the word, just like the tiny seeds inside the fruit.
Word Origin
Derived from the 15th-century word 'raspise', a term for a sweet rose-colored wine, combined with 'berry'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Raspberries are a symbol of summer in many Western countries and are frequently picked at 'pick-your-own' farms.
Quick Quiz
The ______ jam we bought at the farmer's market is delicious.
Correct!
The correct answer is: raspberry
Related Vocabulary
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A1A 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.
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A1A 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
A1A 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
A1To 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
A1To 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
A1A 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
A1To take liquid into your mouth and swallow it. It is a basic human action used for hydration, nutrition, or social enjoyment.
milk
A1Milk 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
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egg
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