English Word · Intermediate
pumpkin
Round yellow or orange squash fruit
Pronunciation: /ˈpʌmpkɪn/
Meaning
A large, usually round fruit with firm yellow or orange skin and edible flesh.
Example
We carved a scary face into the pumpkin for Halloween.
We carved a scary face into the pumpkin for Halloween.
Practice tips
- Practice pumpkin out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.