English Meaning & Definitions
A large, edible fruit of the gourd family with sweet juicy flesh and a thick rind.
- “Comi uma fatia de melão bem fresca no café da manhã.”
- “O agricultores colheram muitos melões doces nesta temporada.”
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Compare formal, informal, literary synonyms and register nuances for “melão”.
Derived from the Late Latin *melōnem* (accusative of *mēpopepon* or *melopepo*), borrowed from Ancient Greek *mēlopepōn*, a compound of *mīlon* (apple) and *pepōn* (a kind of gourd, literally 'cooked by the sun' or 'ripe').
Sounds somewhat like 'melon' in English, making it very easy to associate with the fruit.
Frequently Asked Questions About “melão”
1. What is the meaning of “melão” in English?
In English, melão (noun) is defined as: “A large, edible fruit of the gourd family with sweet juicy flesh and a thick rind.”.
2. How do you use “melão” in a sentence?
“Comi uma fatia de melão bem fresca no café da manhã.”
4. What is the etymology and word origin of “melão”?
Derived from the Late Latin *melōnem* (accusative of *mēpopepon* or *melopepo*), borrowed from Ancient Greek *mēlopepōn*, a compound of *mīlon* (apple) and *pepōn* (a kind of gourd, literally 'cooked by the sun' or 'ripe').
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