Jujube

Pronunciation: /dʒuːdʒuːb/

Definitions of jujube

noun the tree bearing this fruit

Example Sentences

A1 I tried a jujube for the first time and liked its sweet taste.

A2 Jujubes are small, round fruits that are often used in Chinese herbal medicine.

B1 The jujube tree is known for its drought resistance and ability to thrive in arid climates.

B2 Some people believe that consuming jujube fruit can help improve digestion and boost immunity.

C1 Jujubes are commonly used in traditional Asian desserts and candies.

C2 The jujube fruit is also known as the Chinese date and is packed with vitamins and antioxidants.

Examples of jujube in a Sentence

formal The jujube plant is native to China and has been cultivated for thousands of years.

informal I tried a jujube fruit for the first time and it was surprisingly sweet!

slang Let's grab some jujube candies from the store, they're so tasty.

figurative The jujube tree symbolizes longevity and prosperity in many cultures.

Grammatical Forms of jujube

• past tense: jujubed
• plural: jujubes
• comparative: more jujube
• superlative: most jujube
• present tense: jujubes
• future tense: will jujube
• perfect tense: have jujubed
• continuous tense: is jujubing
• singular: jujube
• positive degree: jujube
• infinitive: to jujube
• gerund: jujubing
• participle: jujubed

Origin and Evolution of jujube

First Known Use: 1526 year

Language of Origin: Persian

Story behind the word: The word 'jujube' originated from the Persian word 'zayzafun'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'jujube' has been used to refer to both the fruit of the jujube tree and the tree itself.