Definition
Definition of beans - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun, plural
1.
foodedible seeds of plants used as food
- I love eating beans with rice.
2.
- He doesn't know beans about computers.
3.
- He was caught with beans at the party.
4.
- He got hit in the beans during the game.
Images of beans
edible seeds of plants used as food
Expressions with beans
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not valuable or important
He sold the car for beans.
reveal secret or private information to others
He spilled the beans about the surprise party.
something of no importance or value
His opinion doesn't amount to a hill of beans.
very energetic and lively
The children were full of beans after the party.
beans cooked, mashed, and fried with seasonings
We had refried beans with our tacos.
dish with baked beans on toasted bread
I had beans on toast for breakfast.
baked legumes with cured meat, often in tomato-based sauce
We heated a can of pork and beans for dinner.
beans cooked with chili peppers and spices
I love eating chili beans with rice.
navy beans baked with molasses and salt pork
Boston baked beans are a staple at our family gatherings.
beans cooked over a campfire, sometimes with spices and bacon
We made campfire beans for breakfast while camping.
have no knowledge of
I don’t know beans about investing, so I hired an adviser.
don't reveal a secret
Don't spill the beans about the engagement until Saturday night.
have no knowledge or understanding of something
She doesn't know beans about car engines.
having little or no value or importance
His opinion isn't worth a hill of beans.
type of baked beans with a spicy flavor
The cowboy beans were a hit at the barbecue.
beans cooked in boiling water and served hot
I love eating hot boiled beans for dinner.
slow-cooked beans served as a main or side dish
We had soup beans and cornbread for dinner.
used to express agreement or approval
He got the job? Cool beans!
have basic knowledge or understanding of something
She doesn't know beans about car engines.
show practical understanding and good judgement in everyday situations
He knows how many beans make five and avoids risky investments.
Origin of beans
Old English, bean (bean)
Terms with beans included in their meaning
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food
sweet food from roasted cocoa beans
food
single bean from a dish of baked beans
food
covered or cooked with baked beans
botany
plant that produces beans
cuisine
young shoots of beans used as food
food
vegetarian burger with a patty made from beans and spices
Tex-Mex dish
spicy stew with meat, beans, and chili peppers
Mexican dish
spicy stew containing chilli peppers, meat, and often tomatoes and beans
brewed residue
used coffee beans after brewing
kitchen
device for grinding coffee beans to a desired consistency
beverage
drink resembling coffee without coffee beans
plant origin
tropical plant that produces coffee beans
brewing method
coffee made by dripping hot water through ground coffee beans
natural flavoring
liquid flavoring from vanilla beans in alcohol
cookout meal
dish made with meat and beans
ball
small fried ball made from ground chickpeas or fava beans
nutrition
protein found naturally in plants such as beans nuts grains and seeds
job role
person who roasts food or coffee beans
plants
tropical plant producing beans used to make a hot drink
cuisine
spicy stew with peppers, beans, and meat
cooking
dipping sauce made from beans
garden plant
plant that produces broad beans
cacao production
tree native to tropical America producing beans for chocolate
food
fat from cocoa beans used in chocolate and cosmetics
Examples of beans in a sentence
Canned beans are convenient for quick meals. She doesn't know beans about gardening. His opinion isn't worth beans in this discussion. The doctor prescribed some beans for his anxiety. She always carries beans in her purse just in case. He winced as the ball hit his beans.
The doctor checked his beans for any issues.
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- French:haricots, rien, ...
- German:Bohnen, nichts, ...
- Italian:fagioli, niente, ...
- Spanish:frijoles, nada, ...
- Portuguese:feijão, nada, ...
- Chinese:豆子, 一点儿东西, ...
- Japanese:豆, 少量, ...
- Arabic:فاصوليا, شَيء بَسيط, ...
- Hebrew:שָׁעוּעִית, כַּמּוּת זְעוּמָה, ...
- Russian:фасоль, ни черта, ...
- Ukrainian:боби, нічого, ...
- Hindi:फलियाँ, थोड़ी मात्रा, ...
Definition of bean - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
foodedible seed of various plants of the legume family
- He added more beans to the chili.
2.
agricultureplant producing large edible seeds or pods
- The farmer grows several types of bean.
3.
- He scratched his bean thoughtfully.
4.
coffeeRare bean-like seed of other plantsRare
- He ground the coffee bean for his morning brew.
5.
- Look at that cute little bean!
6.
- He doesn't have a bean to his name.
Verb
1.
- He accidentally beaned his friend with the ball.
2.
- The pitcher beaned the batter during the game.
Images of bean
edible seed of various plants of the legume family 
plant producing large edible seeds or pods 
bean-like seed of other plants
Expressions with bean
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person who only cares about money and financial details
The bean counter refused to approve the extra spending.
be without any money or resources
After losing his job, he did not have a bean.
having no value or importance
His opinion is not worth a bean in this discussion.
single bean from a dish of baked beans
He found a baked bean on his plate.
plant that produces beans
The bean plant in the garden is growing fast.
young shoot of a mung bean used in cooking
Bean sprouts are popular in Asian stir-fries.
type of small, shiny, black legume used in cooking
She added black beans to the soup for extra protein..
small white bean with a black spot
She added black-eye beans to the soup for extra protein.
bean with a black spot on its skin
I added black-eyed beans to the salad.
seed of the cacao tree used for chocolate or cocoa butter
The cocoa bean is harvested and processed for chocolate.
seed of the coffee plant used to make coffee
The coffee bean is roasted before brewing.
large edible seed used as food in salads and stews
She cooked the fava bean in a hearty stew.
bean that is newly harvested and not dried
She added fresh beans to the salad for extra crunch.
immature pods of bean plants eaten as vegetables
She added green beans to the salad.
flat, starchy legume seed often added to stews
She added lima beans to the vegetable stew.
long slender green bean, often eaten unripe
She added string beans to the salad.
long, thin pod from the vanilla plant used for flavoring
She sliced the vanilla bean to extract its flavorful seeds..
type of small white legume
She added white beans to the soup for extra protein.
dipping sauce made from beans
We served tortilla chips with bean dip.
type of large, flat, green leguminous vegetable
She added fresh broad beans to the salad for extra flavor..
common bean with dark-red skin
I added kidney beans to the chili.
tofu made from curdled soybean milk
Bean curd is popular in Asian dishes.
seed of the cacao tree used for chocolate
Cacao beans are harvested to make chocolate.
white kidney bean used in Italian cooking
Cannellini bean is popular in many Italian soups.
Origin of bean
Old English, bean (bean)
Examples of bean in a sentence
He planted beans in the garden. She added a bean to the soup for flavor. The market sells fresh bean every morning. He wore a hat to protect his bean. A ball hit him right on the bean. She roasted the bean to make a fresh cup of coffee.
The market sold a variety of bean for brewing. My little bean just started walking today! She's such a sleepy bean after her nap. After the divorce, he was left without a bean. She didn't earn a bean from that investment. She beaned him with a snowball during the fight. The pitcher accidentally beaned the batter with a fastball. He accidentally beaned his teammate during practice. The ball slipped and beaned the umpire unexpectedly.
View all translations of bean
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- French:haricot, assommer, ...
- German:Bohne, treffen, ...
- Italian:fagiolo, colpire, ...
- Spanish:judía, golpear, ...
- Portuguese:feijão, acertar, ...
- Chinese:豆类, 打头, ...
- Japanese:豆, 打つ, ...
- Arabic:فَاصُولْيَا, ضَرَبَ على الرأس, ...
- Hebrew:שַׁעוּעִית, לַחְבּוֹט בָּרֹאשׁ, ...
- Russian:боб, ударить, ...
- Ukrainian:біб, вдарити, ...
- Hindi:फलियाँ, सिर पर मारना, ...
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