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UK//hɜːbz//US//hɜrbz//

Meaning of Herbs

Plants used to enhance flavor or for medicinal purposes.

In simple words: Plants used for cooking or medicine.

Herbs in a sentence

  • She added fresh herbs to the salad for extra flavor.
  • Many herbs are known for their healing properties, like chamomile.
  • Cilantro and parsley are common herbs in many cuisines.
  • He grows his own herbs on the balcony for cooking.
  • Herbs can be used in teas to promote relaxation.

How to use Herbs

Used in cooking, medicinal contexts, or gardening. More common in casual conversations and culinary discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'herbs' as 'herbs make food herbsome!'

Related words

Collocations with Herbs

  • fresh herbs
  • dried herbs
  • culinary herbs
  • medicinal herbs

Synonyms for Herbs

  • spices
  • plants
  • aromatics
  • botanicals

Opposites of Herbs

  • poisons
  • toxic substances

Common mistakes with Herbs

  • Confused with 'herb' in singular form.
  • Often misspell as 'herb's' when indicating possession.
  • Using 'herbs' in singular contexts.

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Frequently asked questions about Herbs

What does Herbs mean?

Plants used for cooking or medicine.

What is the definition of Herbs?

Plants used to enhance flavor or for medicinal purposes.

How do you use Herbs in a sentence?

She added fresh herbs to the salad for extra flavor.

Can you give another example of Herbs?

Many herbs are known for their healing properties, like chamomile.

What are synonyms for Herbs?

Common alternatives include spices, plants, aromatics, botanicals.

What is the opposite of Herbs?

Opposite meanings include poisons, toxic substances.

What words go with Herbs?

It commonly pairs with fresh herbs, dried herbs, culinary herbs, medicinal herbs.

What are common mistakes when using Herbs?

Confused with 'herb' in singular form. Often misspell as 'herb's' when indicating possession. Using 'herbs' in singular contexts.

How do you pronounce Herbs?

US: //hɜrbz//, UK: //hɜːbz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Herbs?

Used in cooking, medicinal contexts, or gardening. More common in casual conversations and culinary discussions.