苹果
Basic Meaning
n
This sense refers specifically to the plant or tree itself, not the fruit. Often used in compound words like 苹果树.
apple tree (a deciduous tree with oval leaves, white flowers with a reddish tinge, and round fruit that is sweet or slightly sour, a common fruit-bearing plant).
落叶乔木，叶子椭圆形，花白色带有红晕。果实圆形，味甜或略酸，是常见水果。
Words:
苹果树苹果酱苹果派苹果醋
Sentences:
- 我家的花园里有一棵苹果树。There is an apple tree in my garden.
- 苹果树在春天开花。Apple trees bloom in spring.
n
This is the most common usage, referring to the edible fruit. Often used in compound words like 苹果汁.
apple (the fruit of this plant).
这种植物的果实。
Words:
苹果汁苹果片苹果核
Sentences:
- 我每天吃一个苹果。I eat an apple every day.
- 这杯苹果汁很新鲜。This glass of apple juice is very fresh.
- 苹果片是健康的零食。Apple slices are a healthy snack.