Rambutan

usgb/ræmˈbuːtn/
noun

A tropical fruit that is native to Southeast Asia, particularly Malaysia and Indonesia. It is spherical in shape, red in color, and has a hairy outer skin. The juicy fruit inside is translucent, sweet, and slightly acidic.

I went to the market and bought some rambutan.
Visual representation of "rambutan" - A tropical fruit that is native to Southeast Asia, particularly Malaysia and Indonesia. It is spherical in shape, red in color, and has a hairy outer skin. The juicy fruit inside is translucent, sweet, and slightly acidic.

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  • eat rambutan
  • fresh rambutan
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Cultural Delicacy

Rambutan is often enjoyed during festive seasons and family gatherings in Southeast Asia.

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We shared delicious rambutans during the Lunar New Year.
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Exotic Appearance

Rambutan's unique hairy appearance can surprise people who are seeing it for the first time.

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The children were excited to try the strange and hairy rambutan.
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Sensory Vocabulary

Use sensory adjectives like 'juicy', 'sweet', or 'tangy' to describe rambutan's flavor and texture.

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I love the juicy sweetness of a ripe rambutan.
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