Litchi: meaning, definitions and examples

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litchi

 

[ หˆlษชtสƒi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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

lichi, lychee

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lichia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅ€เคšเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Litschi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sirsak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปั–ั‡ั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ liczi

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฉใ‚คใƒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท litchi

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lichi

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท liรงi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฆฌ์น˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ูŠุชุดูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ liฤi

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ liฤi

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่”ๆž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ liฤi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรญtsรญ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะธั‡ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒ˜แƒฉแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lichi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.