cucumber


noun

  • A long, green vegetable that grows on a plant.
  • The crunchy part of the cucumber that you can eat in salads or sandwiches.


Synonym

  • cuke

Sentences

  • Cucumbers are good for making pickles.
  • I like to dip cucumber sticks in hummus.
  • Cucumbers can be eaten raw or cooked.
  • In summer, cucumbers help keep us cool.
  • My favorite sandwich has cucumber in it.

Word Explanation:

  • A cucumber is a green vegetable that is long and crunchy. People often eat it in salads or with dips. It is very refreshing and good for you!

Word in hindi

ककड़ी

kakdi

Other variations in hindi

  • खीरा kheera
  • ककड़ी kakdi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'cucumber' mean?

A cucumber is a long, green vegetable that is crunchy and often eaten in salads or sandwiches.

How do you pronounce 'cucumber'?

You say 'cucumber' like this: kyoo-kum-ber.

What is the origin of the word 'cucumber'?

The word 'cucumber' comes from the Latin word 'cucumis', which means 'cucumber'.

What is the meaning of 'cucumber' in Hindi?

The word 'cucumber' in Hindi is 'खीरा' (Khīrā).

What is the meaning of 'cucumber' in Kannada?

The word 'cucumber' in Kannada is 'ಹೀರುಕೋಸು' (Hīrukōsu).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Cucumbers are 95% water, making them a super refreshing snack on hot days!

Proverb

You are what you eat, so eat healthy! (This means good food helps you grow strong.)

Quote

"Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food." - Hippocrates

Mini blog:

The Magical Cucumber!

Crisp and cool, the cucumber is a fun veggie! Just like in Sowmya Rajendran's stories, where every character has a special role, cucumbers have their own magic in the garden.

They grow on vines, stretching out to soak up the sun. When you bite into a cucumber, it’s like a crunchy surprise!

You can munch on them in salads, or even make a refreshing cucumber sandwich. So next time you see a cucumber, remember it’s not just a veggie; it’s a little green friend that loves to make your meals tasty and fun!

What will you create with cucumbers today?