Litchi: meaning, definitions and examples
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litchi
[ หlษชtสi ]
fruit type
Litchi is a tropical fruit that grows in clusters and is known for its sweet and floral flavor. The fruit is round to oval in shape and has a rough, red skin that is inedible. Inside, it contains a translucent white flesh that surrounds a large seed, making it a popular ingredient in desserts and beverages.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I enjoy adding litchi to my fruit salad.
- The litchi martini was a refreshing choice at the bar.
- Litchi has a unique taste compared to other tropical fruits.
- During summer, I love eating chilled litchi.
- The litchi tree thrives in warm climates.
Translations
Translations of the word "litchi" in other languages:
๐ต๐น lichia
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฒเฅเคเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Litschi
๐ฎ๐ฉ sirsak
๐บ๐ฆ ะปััั
๐ต๐ฑ liczi
๐ฏ๐ต ใฉใคใ
๐ซ๐ท litchi
๐ช๐ธ lichi
๐น๐ท liรงi
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฆฌ์น
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุชุดู
๐จ๐ฟ liฤi
๐ธ๐ฐ liฤi
๐จ๐ณ ่ๆ
๐ธ๐ฎ liฤi
๐ฎ๐ธ lรญtsรญ
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะปะธัะธ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแฉแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ lichi
๐ฒ๐ฝ lichi
Etymology
The word 'litchi' comes from the Cantonese 'lei tsi' and the Mandarin 'li zi', referring to the fruit of the litchi tree, native to southern China, but now cultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions around the world. The name has been adopted into English from the Chinese in the 18th century and has various spellings, including lychee or litchi. The fruit has been prized for its taste, fragrance, and nutritional value throughout history, often associated with love, romance, and prosperity in Chinese culture. Historically, litchis were offered as a delicacy to royalty and were depicted in ancient poetry. The litchi tree is not only valued for its fruits but also for its beautiful, dark green foliage and its ability to thrive in specific climates. Over time, litchis have found their way into various cuisines, notably in Asia, where they are used in desserts, salads, and as flavorings for drinks, showcasing their global culinary appeal.