Today we will talk about a fun game called the New York Times Crossword. Crosswords are puzzles made up of words. You see a lot of empty boxes, and you have to fill them with letters to form words. Each word has clues that help you know what to write.
One of the clues in today’s crossword puzzle is “green.” The answer to this clue is “unripe.” Let’s find out what “unripe” means.
Green, say NYT Crossword Clue
ANSWER – UNRIPE
What does “unripe” mean?
The word “unripe” describes fruits and vegetables that are not ready to eat. For example, when you pick a green banana, it is unripe. An unripe banana is hard and does not taste sweet. It is not yellow and soft like a ripe banana.
Here are some examples of unripe fruits:
Unripe tomatoes: They are usually green and hard. When they ripen, they turn red and become juicy.
Unripe apples: These apples can be very sour. They are not as sweet as ripe apples.
Unripe peaches: These peaches are hard and are often green or yellow. When they ripen, they become soft and delicious.
Why is “unripe” important?
Knowing the difference between ripe and unripe fruits is very important for harvesting and eating. Ripe fruits taste better, and they have more juice. People often want to buy ripe fruits from the store. However, sometimes unripe fruits can be good to eat too. For example, some people like to eat raw mangoes with salt and pepper.
Unripe fruits can also be stored for a long time. If you buy unripe bananas, they will ripen over time. This means you can eat delicious bananas later.
How to use “unripe”
You can use the word “unripe” in many ways. Here are some sentences:
“Unripe apples are too sour to eat.”
“I left the unripe tomatoes on the counter to ripen.”
“Unripe peaches can be very hard.”
Conclusion
Today’s crossword clue about the word “immature” helps us learn more about fruits. Understanding this word can help us choose the best foods to eat. The next time you see a green fruit, remember that it may be unripe and not ready to eat yet. Enjoy solving crosswords and learning new words!