watermelon
/ˈwɔːtəmelən/ · /ˈwɔːtɚmelən/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1749 in the learning path
西瓜
Definitions
n. a large green-skinned fruit with juicy, usually red flesh
西瓜
Example
We shared a cold watermelon after playing outside.
在外面玩耍后，我们一起吃了一个冰凉的西瓜。
Growing watermelons in dry regions requires careful irrigation management to protect limited local water supplies.
在干旱地区种植西瓜需要谨慎管理灌溉，以保护当地有限的水资源。
Collocations
- a slice of watermelon
- watermelon seeds
- ripe watermelon
Usage tip
整个西瓜可数；指切开的瓜肉时常不可数。
FAQ
- What does watermelon mean?
- a large green-skinned fruit with juicy, usually red flesh
- How is watermelon pronounced?
- UK /ˈwɔːtəmelən/, US /ˈwɔːtɚmelən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
