jelly
Translation
jelly, jam
Examples
I like grape jelly on my toast.
I like grape jam on my toast.
The dessert was a colorful jelly.
The dessert was a colourful jelly.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) a sweet, soft food made from fruit juice and sugar I like grape jelly on my toast.
Similar Words
Synonyms: jam, preserve, marmalade
Etymology
From Old French 'gelée' (a frost, a jelly), from 'geler' (to freeze).
Memory Tips
Think of the wobbly, jiggly movement of jelly. The sound of the word 'jelly' can remind you of 'jiggle'.