shrub

verb

  • To cut or trim a plant to make it look nicer.
  • To say a word wrong by changing some sounds in it.

noun

  • A small plant that has many branches and is not as tall as a tree.
  • A plant that is bushy and can have flowers or leaves.


Synonym

  • bush

Sentences

  • A shrub is bigger than a flower but smaller than a tree.
  • We planted a shrub in our backyard.
  • The shrub provides shade for the birds.
  • Some shrubs can grow berries.
  • I saw a colorful shrub at the park.

Word Explanation:

  • A shrub is a type of plant that is bigger than a flower but smaller than a tree. It has lots of leaves and can have pretty flowers. People often use shrubs to make their yards look nice.

Word in hindi

झाड़ी

jhaadi

Other variations in hindi

  • झाड़ी jhaadi
  • काँटेदार झाड़ी kaantedaari jhaadi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'shrub' mean?

A shrub is a small to medium-sized plant that has many branches and is usually shorter than a tree.

How do you pronounce 'shrub'?

You pronounce 'shrub' like this: sh-rub, where 'sh' sounds like in 'shoe' and 'rub' sounds like the word 'rub'.

What is the origin of the word 'shrub'?

The word 'shrub' comes from the Old English word 'scryfan', which means to cut or to prune.

What is the meaning of 'shrub' in Kannada?

The word 'shrub' in Kannada is 'ಕೋಸು' (Kōsu).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Shrubs are small plants that can have flowers and berries, providing homes for birds and insects!

Proverb

Good things come in small packages, meaning even small plants like shrubs can be very valuable.

Quote

"Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished." - Lao Tzu

Mini blog:

Sherry the Cheerful Shrub

In a sunny garden, there lived a cheerful little shrub named Sherry. Sherry loved to sway in the breeze and watch the butterflies dance around her. Every day, she would whisper secrets to the flowers and giggle with the grass.

One day, a curious rabbit hopped by and asked, “What makes you so happy, Sherry?”

With a big smile, Sherry replied, “I love being part of this beautiful garden! Every leaf and petal has a story to tell!”

And so, Sherry the shrub taught everyone that happiness can be found in the simplest things, like sunshine and friendship! 🌼🌿