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jube

Elementary (A2)

IPA: //dʒuːb//

KK: /dʒub/

noun
Definition

A type of sweet candy that is chewy and made from gelatine.


Example

The children enjoyed a bag of colorful jubes at the party.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried jube candies before?
Sloth B
Yeah, I love them! They’re so chewy and fun to eat.
Sloth A
I just got a big bag of jube from the store yesterday.
Sloth B
Nice! We should share them during movie night.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
candy
sweet
treat
Antonyms
sour
bitter
savory
Root Explanation

The word 'jube' originates from Latin 'jubere' (meaning to command or order). It refers to the act of giving a command or order.

Memory Tip

Think of 'jubere' meaning to command, which helps you remember that 'jube' relates to giving an order.

Visually Confused Words
jubbe
jumble
jujube
jubate
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