How Do You Spell BLACKBERRY?

Pronunciation: [blˈakbəɹi] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "blackberry" is quite simple but can be a little confusing when trying to determine the correct pronunciation. The word is spelled as "BLAK-ber-ee" using IPA phonetic transcription. The pronunciation begins with a stressed /æ/ sound followed by an unstressed /ə/ sound. The second syllable is pronounced with a short /ɛ/ sound and the final syllable is pronounced with a long /i/ sound. So next time you reach for a delicious blackberry, remember the correct pronunciation!

BLACKBERRY Meaning and Definition

  1. A blackberry is a small, edible fruit that grows on prickly bushes belonging to the Rubus genus within the Rosaceae family. The fruit itself is typically glossy black, though some varieties can be found in shades of purple or even white. It is characterized by its sweet and tart taste, making it a popular ingredient in desserts, jams, jellies, and pies, as well as a tasty addition to fruit salads and smoothies.

    The blackberry bush is a perennial, typically growing in temperate regions, and is known for its often aggressive and thorny growth. The plant is defined by its woody stems or canes, which can reach considerable heights and have sharp thorns. The leaves of the blackberry bush are typically compound with serrated edges and range in shape from oval to lanceolate.

    Blackberries are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which make them a highly nutritious and healthful choice. They are a good source of dietary fiber and contain vitamins C, K, and E, as well as various minerals like manganese and folate. Additionally, blackberries have been associated with numerous health benefits, including improved immune function, digestion, and heart health.

    In recent years, the term "blackberry" has also become synonymous with a brand of mobile smartphones developed and marketed by BlackBerry Limited. These devices gained popularity for their physical keyboard and secure messaging capabilities, especially among business professionals.

  2. Rubus.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

  3. The fruit of the bramble.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of BLACKBERRY

The word "blackberry" originates from Old English "blæcbær". The term is a combination of two elements: "blæc", meaning "black" and "bær", which means "berry". This name was given to the fruit due to its dark color when ripe. Over time, the word "blackberry" became widely used and has remained unchanged in modern English.

Similar spelling words for BLACKBERRY

Plural form of BLACKBERRY is BLACKBERRIES

Conjugate verb Blackberry

CONDITIONAL

I would blackberry
you would blackberry
he/she/it would blackberry
we would blackberry
they would blackberry

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be blackberrying
you would be blackberrying
he/she/it would be blackberrying
we would be blackberrying
they would be blackberrying

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have blackberry
you would have blackberry
he/she/it would have blackberry
we would have blackberry
they would have blackberry

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been blackberrying
you would have been blackberrying
he/she/it would have been blackberrying
we would have been blackberrying
they would have been blackberrying

FUTURE

I will blackberry
you will blackberry
he/she/it will blackberry
we will blackberry
they will blackberry

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be blackberrying
you will be blackberrying
he/she/it will be blackberrying
we will be blackberrying
they will be blackberrying

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have blackberried
you will have blackberried
he/she/it will have blackberried
we will have blackberried
they will have blackberried

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been blackberrying
you will have been blackberrying
he/she/it will have been blackberrying
we will have been blackberrying
they will have been blackberrying

IMPERATIVE

you blackberry
we let´s blackberry

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to blackberry

PAST

I blackberried
you blackberried
he/she/it blackberried
we blackberried
they blackberried

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was blackberrying
you were blackberrying
he/she/it was blackberrying
we were blackberrying
they were blackberrying

PAST PARTICIPLE

blackberried

PAST PERFECT

I had blackberried
you had blackberried
he/she/it had blackberried
we had blackberried
they had blackberried

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been blackberrying
you had been blackberrying
he/she/it had been blackberrying
we had been blackberrying
they had been blackberrying

PRESENT

I blackberry
you blackberry
he/she/it blackberries
we blackberry
they blackberry

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am blackberrying
you are blackberrying
he/she/it is blackberrying
we are blackberrying
they are blackberrying

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

blackberrying

PRESENT PERFECT

I have blackberried
you have blackberried
he/she/it has blackberried
we have blackberried
they have blackberried

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been blackberrying
you have been blackberrying
he/she/it has been blackberrying
we have been blackberrying
they have been blackberrying

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