Synonyms for

Pear

Verb / per / Another word for pear — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a sweet fruit that has a round base and narrows towards the top, usually green or yellow in color

Synonyms & similar words

pyruscommunis peartree fruit comestible delicacy dainty treat refreshment snack titbit tidbit sweetmeat conserve jam jelly preserve marmalade chutney relish sauce

Common collocations

  • ripe pear
  • green pear
  • pear tree
  • pear cider
  • pear juice
  • poached pear
  • pear tart
  • eating pear

Word family

noun pear

Usage note

Pear is a specific type of fruit. It does not have direct antonyms or common formal/informal synonyms as it refers to a singular item.

Example sentences

  1. I like to eat pears for a healthy snack.
  2. The pear tree in my backyard produces a lot of fruit.
  3. My mom made a delicious pear pie for dessert.
  4. I put sliced pears in my salad for extra flavor.
  5. The pear was too hard to eat, so I waited for it to ripen.

Quotes

  • "In the end, it's the sweetness of the pears that makes the pear tree a real gift." - Mary Oliver
  • "The sweetest of all sounds is that of the voice of the woman we love." - Jean de la Bruyere
  • "The only thing better than singing is more singing." - Ella Fitzgerald

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