Definition of Lemon
Quick Meaning of Lemon
A yellow fruit that tastes sour and is often used in drinks and cooking.
Detailed Definition of Lemon
A small round yellow citrus fruit with sour taste and acidic juice.
How to Pronounce Lemon
Stress pattern: Oo (2-syllable word).
Tip: Stress on first syllable: LEM-ən. The 'e' is short like in 'bed'.
Watch out: Some pronounce it LEE-mun; should be LEM-un with short 'e'.
Origin and Etymology of Lemon
From Arabic 'laymūn', borrowed into European languages via Middle Eastern trade.
How to Use Lemon in a Sentence
Each example shows “lemon” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“I squeezed lemon juice into my water.”
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“The lemon tree in my garden produces many fruits.”
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“Lemons are rich in vitamin C and support immune health.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Lemon
Common Synonyms for Lemon
Smart Synonyms for Lemon — When to Use Each
- citrus
- for scientific or formal discussion of fruit type
- lime
- for a related smaller tropical sour fruit
Common Collocations with Lemon
These phrases pair with “lemon” in everyday English:
- lemon juice
- lemon tree
- slice of lemon
- fresh lemon
- lemon zest
Common Mistakes When Using Lemon
Even fluent speakers slip up with “lemon”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: I like drink lemon water every day.
- ✓ Correct: I like to drink lemon water every day.
- Why: After 'like' as a preference verb, use infinitive 'to drink', not base form.
- ✗ Wrong: Lemons is sour fruits.
- ✓ Correct: Lemons are sour fruits.
- Why: Plural noun 'lemons' requires plural verb 'are', not singular 'is'.
Other Forms of Lemon
Frequently Asked Questions About Lemon
What is the meaning of "Lemon"?
A yellow fruit that tastes sour and is often used in drinks and cooking.
How do you pronounce "Lemon"?
The IPA is /ˈlɛmən/. Stress on first syllable: LEM-ən. The 'e' is short like in 'bed'.
What part of speech is "Lemon"?
"Lemon" is a noun at A1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Lemon"?
Common synonyms include citrus, fruit, lime.
How do you use "Lemon" in a sentence?
For example: "I squeezed lemon juice into my water."