Fruta (en. Fruit)

/ˈfɾuta/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Fruits are agricultural products that grow on plants and trees.
Fruits are essential in a balanced diet.
Las frutas son esenciales en una dieta equilibrada.
They are generally juicy and rich in vitamins.
Consuming fruits can improve health.
El consumo de frutas puede mejorar la salud.
Fruit is used in the preparation of desserts and smoothies.
I like to make a smoothie with fresh fruits.
Me gusta hacer un batido con frutas frescas.

Etymology

From Latin 'fructus', which means 'fruit, production'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Passion fruit
Tropical fruit known for its sweet flavor and intense aroma.
Fruta de la pasión
Ripe fruit
Fruit that has reached its maximum development and is ready to eat.
Fruta madura
Forbidden fruit
Something desired but that one should not have.
Fruta prohibida

Related Words

vegetable
Edible part of plants that is not fruit, such as leaves and roots.
verdura
seed
Reproductive organ of plants found inside fruits.
semina
cultivation
Process of cultivating plants, including fruit trees.
cultivo

Slang Meanings

Attractive person
That girl is a fruit, everyone looks at her.
Esa chica es una fruta, todos la miran.
Something that is in bad condition
That car is already a fruit, it doesn't work.
Ese coche ya es una fruta, no sirve.