melon
Translation
melon
Examples
We had melon for dessert.
We had melon for dessert.
This melon is very sweet and juicy.
This melon is very sweet and juicy.
Grammar Patterns
a slice of ((melon)) a piece of melon I'll have a slice of melon.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cantaloupe, honeydew
Etymology
From Greek 'mēlopepon' (apple-gourd), from 'mēlon' (apple) + 'pepon' (gourd).
Memory Tips
The word 'melon' sounds round, just like the fruit itself. It's a similar word in many languages.