Pronunciation: /juːzu/

Definitions of yuzu

noun a citrus fruit originating in East Asia, closely related to the mandarin orange

Example Sentences

A1 I tried a yuzu-flavored candy for the first time.

A2 Yuzu is a citrus fruit commonly used in Japanese cuisine.

B1 The chef added a squeeze of yuzu juice to the salad dressing for a tangy flavor.

B2 Yuzu is known for its unique aroma and taste, often used in cocktails and desserts.

C1 The yuzu orchard in Japan produces high-quality fruits for export around the world.

C2 The subtle bitterness of yuzu zest adds depth to dishes in fine dining restaurants.

Examples of yuzu in a Sentence

formal The chef used yuzu to add a citrusy flavor to the dish.

informal I love the refreshing taste of yuzu in my drinks.

slang Yuzu is the bomb when it comes to flavoring!

figurative Her personality is like yuzu - bright and zesty.

Grammatical Forms of yuzu

past tense

yuzued

plural

yuzus

comparative

more yuzu

superlative

most yuzu

present tense

yuzus

future tense

will yuzu

perfect tense

have yuzued

continuous tense

is yuzuing

singular

yuzu

positive degree

yuzu

infinitive

to yuzu

gerund

yuzuing

participle

yuzued

Origin and Evolution of yuzu

First Known Use: 1750 year
Language of Origin: Japanese
Story behind the word: The word 'yuzu' originates from Japanese.
Evolution of the word: The word 'yuzu' has been used to refer to a specific type of citrus fruit native to East Asia, particularly Japan. It has become more widely known and used in culinary contexts outside of Japan in recent years.