jasmine
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Noun — A climbing shrub with fragrant white or yellow flowers, or the perfume made from them.
How to use jasmine
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Etymology
From French jasmin, ultimately from Arabic yāsamīn, via Persian.
Full origin of jasmine →Frequently asked questions
What does “jasmine” mean?
The word “jasmine” means a climbing shrub with fragrant white or yellow flowers, or the perfume made from them. In plain terms, a sweet-smelling flowering plant, or its perfume, popular in gardens, teas, and fragrances.
How do you pronounce “jasmine”?
“Jasmine” is pronounced JAZ-mihn (/ˈd͡ʒæzmɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “jasmine” in a sentence?
Here is “jasmine” used in a sentence: “The scent of jasmine drifted through the garden at dusk.”
What part of speech is “jasmine”?
“Jasmine” is a noun.
Where does the word “jasmine” come from?
The word “jasmine” comes from French. From French jasmin, ultimately from Arabic yāsamīn, via Persian.
Is “jasmine” a common word?
“Jasmine” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is jasmine the same plant used to make jasmine tea?
Yes, jasmine tea is typically made by scenting tea leaves with the fragrant flowers of the jasmine shrub. The plant itself is a climbing shrub known for its fragrant white or yellow blooms.
What is the difference between jasmine and jasmine rice?
Jasmine refers to the fragrant flowering shrub or its perfume, while jasmine rice is a variety of fragrant long-grain rice named for a similar delicate scent. The rice is not made from the jasmine plant itself.
Is jasmine the same as gardenia?
No, jasmine and gardenia are different plants, though both are prized for their fragrant white flowers. Jasmine is a climbing shrub, while gardenia typically grows as a rounded bush, and the two have distinct botanical characteristics.