Goji Berry

Pronunciation: /ˈɡoʊdʒi ˌbɛri/

Definitions of goji berry

noun the fruit of the goji plant, often used in traditional Chinese medicine

Example Sentences

A1 I tried a new type of fruit called a goji berry.

A2 Goji berries are known for their high antioxidant content.

B1 Adding goji berries to your morning smoothie can boost your immune system.

B2 Some people believe that goji berries have anti-aging properties.

C1 Goji berries have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries.

C2 The nutritional benefits of goji berries make them a popular superfood choice.

Examples of goji berry in a Sentence

formal The goji berry is known for its high antioxidant content and health benefits.

informal I like snacking on goji berries because they're good for you.

slang Have you tried those goji berry snacks? They're bomb!

figurative Her energy was like a goji berry, always vibrant and full of life.

Grammatical Forms of goji berry

• past tense: went
• plural: goji berries
• comparative: more goji berry
• superlative: most goji berry
• present tense: goes
• future tense: will go
• perfect tense: has gone
• continuous tense: is going
• singular: goji berry
• positive degree: very goji berry
• infinitive: to go
• gerund: going
• participle: gone

Origin and Evolution of goji berry

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Mandarin Chinese

Story behind the word: The word 'goji' comes from the Mandarin Chinese word 'gǒuqǐ' (枸杞), which refers to the berry of the wolfberry plant.

Evolution of the word: The term 'goji berry' gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the early 21st century due to the increasing interest in superfoods and traditional Chinese medicine. The word has become synonymous with the fruit of the Lycium barbarum plant, known for its health benefits.