ginseng
1 synonym for ginseng, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A plant with a forked, root that is dried and used in traditional medicine and supplements, believed to boost energy.
Synonyms
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nin-sin
How to use ginseng
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ginseng root
ginseng tea
Korean ginseng
Etymology
Borrowed from a Chinese term (via Hokkien) meaning roughly "man root", describing the root's human-like forked shape.
Full origin of ginseng →Frequently asked questions
What does “ginseng” mean?
The word “ginseng” means a plant with a forked, root that is dried and used in traditional medicine and supplements, believed to boost energy. In plain terms, a medicinal root, popular in East Asian traditional medicine and modern supplements, said to increase energy and vitality.
How do you pronounce “ginseng”?
“Ginseng” is pronounced JIHN-sehng (/ˈd͡ʒɪnsɛŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “ginseng” in a sentence?
Here is “ginseng” used in a sentence: “She drinks ginseng tea every morning for an energy boost.”
What part of speech is “ginseng”?
“Ginseng” is a noun.
Where does the word “ginseng” come from?
The word “ginseng” comes from Chinese. Borrowed from a Chinese term (via Hokkien) meaning roughly "man root", describing the root's human-like forked shape.
