Basic Details
Word: Syrup
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A thick, sweet liquid made from sugar and water or fruit juice.
Synonyms: Extract, solution, sweetener
Antonyms: Solid, dry substance
Idioms and Phrases
- Stuck in a syrup: Means to be in a situation that is slow or difficult to escape from. Example: "After hours of waiting for the bus, we felt like we were stuck in a syrup."
- Syrup of figs: Often used to describe someone who is overly sweet or nice. Example: "Though her words were syrup of figs, she had a mischievous side too."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I poured syrup over my pancakes to make them extra delicious.
Example 2: The chef used a thick berry syrup to create a beautiful glaze for the dessert.
Example 3: When I have a cold, I like to take a spoonful of cough syrup to help soothe my throat.
Fun Fact
The word "syrup" comes from the Arabic word "Å¡arba," which means "a drink." This shows how syrup has been enjoyed by different cultures for centuries!
Famous Quote
"Life is like a syrup; sometimes it's sweet, sometimes it's thick, but it all flows in time." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "syrup" mean?
a) A type of vegetable
b) A thick sweet liquid
c) A solid food
d) A type of cake
Answer: b) A thick sweet liquid
2. Which of these is a synonym of "syrup"?
a) Oil
b) Extract
c) Spice
d) Flour
Answer: b) Extract
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "syrup"?
a) Liquid
b) Solid
c) Sugar
d) Honey
Answer: b) Solid
4. Which sentence uses "syrup" correctly?
a) The syrup flew high in the sky.
b) I mixed the syrup into my tea for sweetness.
c) The syrup ran faster than the rabbit.
d) The syrup danced on the table.
Answer: b) I mixed the syrup into my tea for sweetness.
5. What does the idiom "stuck in a syrup" mean?
a) To be lost in a book
b) To be in a slow or difficult situation
c) To swim in a pool
d) To run very fast
Answer: b) To be in a slow or difficult situation
