Word
tulsi
Phoneticstul·si
Definition
n. a sweet-smelling green plant from India, also called holy basil. Many Hindu families grow it at home because it is sacred to them.
n. a South Asian species of basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) cultivated for culinary, medicinal, and religious purposes. Revered in Hinduism as a sacred plant often kept in household courtyards.
Examples
“She grows tulsi in a small pot on the balcony.”
“Many families keep a tulsi plant by the front door and water it every morning.”
“Prized for both fragrance and healing power, tulsi is often brewed into tea to ease colds and calm the mind.”
Examples
simple
“She grows tulsi in a small pot on the balcony.”
contextual
“Many families keep a tulsi plant by the front door and water it every morning.”
complex
“Prized for both fragrance and healing power, tulsi is often brewed into tea to ease colds and calm the mind.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “tulsi” in context.
Verb
01. adorn with tulsi
“The shrine was adorned with tulsi during the festival.”
verb + prep + noun
02. brew tulsi
“She brewed tulsi with ginger to soothe her sore throat.”
verb + noun
03. cultivate tulsi
“Farmers cultivate tulsi organically for Ayurvedic medicine.”
verb + noun
04. grow tulsi
“Many families grow tulsi in earthen pots outside their homes.”
verb + noun
05. infuse with tulsi
“The oil is infused with tulsi for its calming fragrance.”
verb + prep + noun
Adjective
06. dried tulsi
“Dried tulsi is often stored for winter teas and remedies.”
adj + noun
07. fresh tulsi
“She added fresh tulsi to the herbal infusion for aroma.”
adj + noun
08. sacred tulsi
“Many Hindu households tend sacred tulsi in the courtyard.”
adj + noun
09. grow tulsi in courtyard
“They grow tulsi in the courtyard as a sacred tradition.”
10. offer prayers to tulsi
“Each dawn, she offers prayers to tulsi with a lit lamp.”
11. revere tulsi as sacred
“Millions revere tulsi as sacred and healing.”
12. sip hot tulsi tea
“We sipped hot tulsi tea while discussing Ayurveda.”
Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C2 ProficiencyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.8.5–9.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 6.0114–120
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C2 · Proficiency
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