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almond

 

[ หˆษ‘หlmษ™nd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food item

An almond is a type of edible nut that is produced by the almond tree (Prunus dulcis). It is commonly consumed raw or roasted and is also used in a variety of culinary applications, including desserts, snacks, and as an ingredient in various dishes. Almonds are known for their high nutritional value, being rich in protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. They may also provide health benefits such as improving heart health and regulating blood sugar levels.

Synonyms

drupaceous fruit, kernel, nut

Examples of usage

  • She enjoys snacking on raw almonds.
  • The cake was topped with sliced almonds.
  • Almond milk is a popular dairy alternative.

Translations

Translations of the word "almond" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น amรชndoa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคพเคฆเคพเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Mandel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ almond

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะธะณะดะฐะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ migdaล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒผใƒขใƒณใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท amande

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ almendra

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท badem

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•„๋ชฌ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ูˆุฒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mandle

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mandฤพa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆไป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mandelj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ migdals

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะธะฝะดะฐะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ˜แƒฎแƒ•แƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ badam

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ almendra

Etymology

The term 'almond' originates from the Latin word 'amygdalus,' which itself is derived from the Greek word 'amygdalฤ“.' This reflects the nut's long history of cultivation, which dates back to ancient civilizations. Almond trees are believed to have originated in the Middle East and South Asia, with evidence of their domestication going back to 3000 BCE. The nut has held significant cultural value in various civilizations, appearing in religious texts and traditional practices. Over the centuries, almonds spread throughout Europe and later to the Americas, thanks to colonization and trade. Nowadays, California is one of the largest producers of almonds globally, highlighting their continued popularity.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,855, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.