banana

Meanings

• noun

  A long, curved fruit that grows in clusters, has a yellow or green skin, and soft, sweet flesh.

  - "She peeled a banana and ate it for breakfast."
  - "Bananas are rich in potassium and vitamin C."
  - "The monkey reached for the banana hanging from the tree."

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Pronunciation

1. /bəˈnɑːnə/
   
   
   
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2. /bəˈnænə/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

egg

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Synonyms

Twinkie , jook-sing

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with banana
ana , hana , rana

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Variants

List of all variants of banana that leads to same result
banana , bananas , banana bread , banana breads , banana clip , banana clips , banana oil , banana oils , banana pepper , banana republic , banana republics , banana seat , banana seats , banana split , banana splits , Banana River , second banana , second bananas

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Etymology

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The word 'banana' comes from the Latin word 'banana' meaning 'finger', referring to the shape of the fruit.

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Trivia

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1. Bananas are the world's leading fruit export.

2. The largest banana in the world was grown in Ecuador and measured over 9 meters long.

3. Bananas are not actually a single fruit, but a cluster of individual fruit.

4. Bananas are rich in potassium, which is important for heart health and muscle function.

5. Bananas are often used as a natural sweetener in baking and cooking.

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Related Concepts

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1. Plantain: A type of banana that is larger, starchier, and less sweet than the banana. It is often cooked before eating and is used in savory dishes.

2. Banana Peel: The outer covering of a banana, which can be eaten or discarded. It contains nutrients and fiber, but can also be a source of irritation or allergic reaction for some people.

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Culture

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Bananas are native to Southeast Asia and are now grown in tropical regions around the world. They have been a staple food in many cultures for centuries and are often used in traditional dishes and desserts. Bananas have been featured in literature, music, and art, and are a popular symbol of tropical paradise.

How to Memorize "banana"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a hand holding a long, curved fruit with a yellow skin.
   - Visualize the shape and color of a ripe banana.
   - Think of a bunch of bananas hanging from a tree.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'banana' with the color yellow.
   - Think of monkeys when you hear the word 'banana'.
   - Remember that bananas are often eaten as a healthy snack.

3. mnemonics
   

   - B-A-N-A-N-A: Build An Nice And Nutritious Apple.
   - B-A-N-A-N-A: Big And Nourishing Apples Are Nice And Delicious.
   - B-A-N-A-N-A: Brings A Natural And Nutritious Apple Nearly Always.

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