Basic Details
Word: Tamarind
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A tropical tree that produces edible pods with a tangy, sweet pulp used in cooking.
Synonyms: N/A
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Sweet as tamarind: Describes something or someone that is very pleasant or delightful. Example: "Her voice was sweet as tamarind, making everyone feel at ease."
- In a tamarind twist: Refers to a situation that takes an unexpected turn. Example: "The plot of the story unfolded in a tamarind twist when the hero turned out to be the villain."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The tamarind tree is native to Africa but is widely grown in tropical regions around the world.
Example 2: We made a delicious tamarind sauce to serve with our grilled chicken.
Example 3: The tamarind pods are harvested when they turn brown and the pulp inside becomes sweet and sticky.
Fun Fact
Did you know that tamarind has been used in traditional medicine for centuries? Its pulp contains vitamins and minerals and is believed to have digestive benefits.
Famous Quote
"To enjoy good health, to bring true happiness to one's family, to bring peace to all, one must be in harmony with the universe and the tamarind tree." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "tamarind" refer to?
a) A type of fruit
b) A kind of animal
c) A flavour of ice cream
d) A species of bird
Answer: a) A type of fruit
2. Which of the following describes the taste of tamarind?
a) Bitter
b) Sweet and tangy
c) Spicy
d) Sour
Answer: b) Sweet and tangy
3. Which sentence uses "tamarind" correctly?
a) The tamarind flew over the mountain.
b) We drank a juice made from tamarind fruit.
c) The tamarind painted a picture.
d) She caught a tamarind at the park.
Answer: b) We drank a juice made from tamarind fruit.
4. Which idiom means something is very delightful?
a) Sweet as tamarind
b) In a tamarind twist
c) Curious as a cat
d) Dead as a doornail
Answer: a) Sweet as tamarind
5. What is an unusual quality of tamarind?
a) It grows in cold climates.
b) Its pulp has been used for medicinal purposes.
c) It cannot be eaten.
d) It is blue in colour.
Answer: b) Its pulp has been used for medicinal purposes.
