Pomelo

/ˈpɑːmələʊ/
noun

A type of fruit, larger than a grapefruit, with sweet and a bit sour taste.

I have never tasted a pomelo before, so I bought one at the supermarket today.
Visual representation of "pomelo" - A type of fruit, larger than a grapefruit, with sweet and a bit sour taste.

Often appears as...

  • eat a pomelo
  • fresh pomelo
noun

A type of fruit, larger than a grapefruit, with sweet and a bit sour taste.

I have never tasted a pomelo before, so I bought one at the supermarket today.
Visual representation of "pomelo" - A type of fruit, larger than a grapefruit, with sweet and a bit sour taste.

Often appears as...

  • eat a pomelo
  • fresh pomelo
Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "pomelo"
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Fruit Size

Pomelos are very large citrus fruits, much bigger than oranges or grapefruits, which can surprise first-time buyers.

Illustration for Fruit Size
I struggled to hold three pomelos in one hand because of their size.
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Taste Profile

Pomelos are less bitter than grapefruits, with a milder and sweeter flavor, making them enjoyable for those who find grapefruits too intense.

Illustration for Taste Profile
She preferred the sweet taste of the pomelo to the sharpness of a grapefruit.
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Cultural Significance

In some cultures, pomelos are associated with prosperity and good fortune, especially during certain festivities.

Illustration for Cultural Significance
For Lunar New Year, they displayed pomelos for good luck.
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Fruit Size

Pomelos are very large citrus fruits, much bigger than oranges or grapefruits, which can surprise first-time buyers.

Illustration for Fruit Size
I struggled to hold three pomelos in one hand because of their size.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Taste Profile

Pomelos are less bitter than grapefruits, with a milder and sweeter flavor, making them enjoyable for those who find grapefruits too intense.

Illustration for Taste Profile
She preferred the sweet taste of the pomelo to the sharpness of a grapefruit.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Cultural Significance

In some cultures, pomelos are associated with prosperity and good fortune, especially during certain festivities.

Illustration for Cultural Significance
For Lunar New Year, they displayed pomelos for good luck.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Fruit Size

Pomelos are very large citrus fruits, much bigger than oranges or grapefruits, which can surprise first-time buyers.

Illustration for Fruit Size
I struggled to hold three pomelos in one hand because of their size.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Taste Profile

Pomelos are less bitter than grapefruits, with a milder and sweeter flavor, making them enjoyable for those who find grapefruits too intense.

Illustration for Taste Profile
She preferred the sweet taste of the pomelo to the sharpness of a grapefruit.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Cultural Significance

In some cultures, pomelos are associated with prosperity and good fortune, especially during certain festivities.

Illustration for Cultural Significance
For Lunar New Year, they displayed pomelos for good luck.
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