cauliflower
Translation
cauliflower
Examples
I bought a head of cauliflower at the market.
I bought a head of cauliflower at the market.
She doesn't like the taste of cauliflower.
She doesn't like the taste of cauliflower.
Grammar Patterns
((a head of)) cauliflower A whole cauliflower plant. I need a head of cauliflower for the recipe.
((some)) cauliflower An unspecified amount of cauliflower. Would you like some roasted cauliflower?
Similar Words
broccoli
Etymology
From Italian 'cavolfiore', meaning 'cabbage flower'. It combines 'cauli-' (from Latin 'caulis' for cabbage) and 'flower'.
Memory Tips
It looks like a white flower made of cabbage. Remembering 'cabbage flower' can help you recall the word.