Basic Details
Word: Yam
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A starchy tuber that grows underground often used as food in various cuisines.
Synonyms: Sweet potato Tuber
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Yam it up: To celebrate or enjoy something to the fullest. Example: "After winning the game we all yammed it up with a big feast."
- Like a yam in the ground: To be in a comfortable or secure position. Example: "Since he got the new job he's been like a yam in the ground feeling very content."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The chef prepared a delicious dish using roasted yam with spices and herbs.
Example 2: In some cultures yam is a staple food that is enjoyed during festive celebrations.
Example 3: The children were excited to dig up the yams they had planted in the garden earlier this year.
Fun Fact
Did you know that yams are often confused with sweet potatoes in many places? In reality they are different plants but both are nutritious and delicious!
Famous Quote
"The yam is the heart of our food culture; it nourishes not only the body but the soul." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "yam" mean?
a) A kind of fish
b) A starchy tuber
c) A type of fruit
d) A vegetable leaf
Answer: b) A starchy tuber
2. Which of these is a synonym of "yam"?
a) Carrot
b) Sweet potato
c) Pumpkin
d) Cucumber
Answer: b) Sweet potato
3. Which sentence uses "yam" correctly?
a) The yam soared through the sky.
b) She made a pie using yam and apples.
c) The cat chased the yam in the garden.
d) He painted the yam red for fun.
Answer: b) She made a pie using yam and apples.
4. Which idiom means to celebrate something enthusiastically?
a) Yam it up
b) Like a yam in the ground
c) In the soup
d) A piece of cake
Answer: a) Yam it up
5. What is the opposite of "yam"?
a) N/A
b) Stone
c) Chicken
d) Butter
Answer: a) N/A
