broccoli
/ˈbrɒkəli/ · /ˈbrɑːkəli/
CEFR level A2Topic HealthWord #859 in the learning path
西兰花
Definitions
n. A green vegetable with thick stems and tightly clustered flower buds.
西兰花
Example
We steamed the broccoli until it turned bright green.
我们把西兰花蒸到颜色变得鲜绿。
Schools can encourage healthier eating by serving vegetables such as broccoli alongside familiar dishes.
学校可以在常见菜肴旁搭配西兰花等蔬菜，鼓励更健康的饮食。
Collocations
- broccoli florets
- steamed broccoli
- a head of broccoli
Usage tip
通常不可数；小朵西兰花可说broccoli florets。
FAQ
- What does broccoli mean?
- A green vegetable with thick stems and tightly clustered flower buds.
- How is broccoli pronounced?
- UK /ˈbrɒkəli/, US /ˈbrɑːkəli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
