raspberry
9 synonyms for raspberry, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small, soft red or black fruit made up of tiny juicy segments, growing on a thorny bush.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use raspberry
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
blow a raspberry
raspberry jam
Etymology
Possibly from an old word "raspise," referring to a sweet rose-colored wine, though the exact origin is uncertain.
Full origin of raspberry →Frequently asked questions
What does “raspberry” mean?
The word “raspberry” means a small, soft red or black fruit made up of tiny juicy segments, growing on a thorny bush. In plain terms, the berry fruit, or the joking "blowing a raspberry" mouth noise.
How do you pronounce “raspberry”?
“Raspberry” is pronounced RAHZB-ree (/ˈɹæzˌbɛɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “raspberry” in a sentence?
Here is “raspberry” used in a sentence: “The toddler blew a raspberry at his sister.”
What is another word for “raspberry”?
Words with a similar meaning to “raspberry” include hindberry and raspis.
What part of speech is “raspberry”?
“Raspberry” is a noun.
Is “raspberry” a common word?
“Raspberry” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “raspberry” have?
“Raspberry” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small, soft red or black fruit made up of tiny juicy segments, growing on a thorny bush.
