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List of Fruits Name in English, Hindi, Tamil, Marathi

“Apple” or “Safarchand,” no matter what you call it, the taste of an apple remains the same! Just like fruits come in many varieties, their names also change across languages. For example, the humble Banana is called Kela in Hindi and Vazhaipazham in Tamil.

Most of us know different fruit names in English and maybe Hindi, but have you stopped to think what a pineapple or a pear is called in Tamil or Marathi? In this article, we have compiled a list of fruit names and what they are called in different languages, helping you and your little one explore the world of fruits beyond just their taste!

List of Fruit Names in Different Languages

Fruits can be ‘exotic’, and so can their names! Presenting the list of fruit names in English, Hindi, Marathi and Tamil.

Sr. No

English

Hindi

Tamil

Marathi

1

Apple

Seb

Applepazham

Safarchand

2

Apricot

Khubani

Sarkkarai Badami

Jardalu

3

Avocado

Makhanphal

Vennai Pazham

Avocado

4

Banana

Kela

Vazhaipazham

Kela

5

Black Plum (Java Plum)

Jamun

Naval Pazham

Jambhul

6

Blueberry

Neelbadri

Neelam Pazham

Blueberry

7

Cantaloupe

Kharbooja

Mushmelon

Kharbuj

8

Cherry

Cherry

Cherry

Cherry

9

Coconut

Nariyal

Thengai

Naral

10

Cranberry

Karaunda

Kurunji Pazham

Karvand

11

Custard Apple

Sitaphal

Seetha Pazham

Sitaphal

12

Dates

Khajoor

Pericham Pazham

Kharik

13

Dragon Fruit

Pitaya

Pithaya Pazham

Dragon Phal

14

Fig

Anjeer

Athipazham

Anjir

15

Gooseberry (Indian)

Amla

Nellikai

Awla

16

Grapefruit

Chakotara

Tiratchai Pazham

Drakshaphal

17

Grapes

Angoor

Draksha

Draksha

18

Guava

Amrud

Koyyapazham

Peru

19

Jackfruit

Kathal

Palapazham

Phanas

20

Jujube (Indian Plum)

Ber

Elantha Pazham

Bor

21

Kiwi

Kiwi Phal

Kiwi Pazham

Kiwi Phal

22

Lemon

Nimbu

Elumichai

Limbu

23

Lychee

Litchi

Litchi Pazham

Lichi

24

Mango

Aam

Mambazham

Amba

25

Mulberry

Shehtoot

Muththandipazham

Tuti

26

Musk Melon

Kharbooja

Kirnipazham

Kharbuj

27

Olive

Jaitun

Kath Olai

Jaitun

28

Orange

Santra

Kichilipazham

Santra

29

Papaya

Papita

Pappali

Papai

30

Passion Fruit

Krishna Phal

Passi Pazham

Passion Phal

31

Peach

Aadoo

Peetch Pazham

Peach

32

Pear

Nashpati

Berikkai

Nashpati

33

Pineapple

Ananas

Annachi Pazham

Ananas

34

Plum

Alu Bukhara

Alpakoda Pazham

Alpakoda

35

Pomegranate

Anar

Madhulai

Dalimb

36

Raspberry

Rasbhari

Iruppacch Pazham

Raspberry

37

Rose Apple

Gulab Jamun

Paneer Pazham

Jambhul

38

Sapota

Chikoo

Sapota

Chiku

39

Starfruit (Carambola)

Kamrakh

Thambaratham

Karambola

40

Strawberry

Strawberry

Strawberry

Strawberry

41

Sugar Apple

Sharifa

Sitapazham

Sitaphal

42

Sweet Lime

Mosambi

Sathukudi

Mosambi

43

Tamarind

Imli

Puli

Chinch

44

Water Chestnut

Singhada

Nirppuli

Shingada

45

Watermelon

Tarbooj

Tharpoosani

Kalingad

46

White Sapote

Vilayati Chikoo

Vellai Sapota

Safed Chikoo

47

Wood Apple

Bael

Vilam Pazham

Kavath

48

Ziziphus (Jujube)

Ber

Elantha Pazham

Bor

49

Blackberry

Jamun

Karuppu Naval

Jambhul

50

Custard Apple (Wild)

Jungle Sitaphal

Mullu Sitapazham

Jungli Sitaphal

How to Eat Fruits? Fun Facts and Tips

Fruits are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fibre, making them essential for a healthy body and glowing skin. To get the most nutrients from them, follow these simple tips on choosing, storing, and eating fruits wisely.

  1. How to Choose and Store Fruits
    • Pick fruits that have bright colours and a fresh, pleasant smell. For soft fruits like mangoes, avocados, and sapota, gently press the skin—it should give slightly if the fruit is ripe.
    • Always rinse fruits well before eating. To remove pesticides, soak them in water with a little vinegar, baking soda, or salt for about 5 minutes.
    • When storing fruits, avoid cutting them too soon. Once chopped, they start losing nutrients, so eat them right away. Keeping cut fruits in the fridge for too long can also reduce their benefits.
  2. Best Way to Eat Fruits
    • The healthiest way to eat fruits is in their natural form—whole and fresh. Peeling is only needed if the skin is tough or inedible. Remove any hard seeds or stones before eating.
    • Try not to drink water immediately after eating fruits. It can dilute their nutrients, so wait at least 30 minutes before drinking.
    • Avoid consuming fruits right after meals. Instead, eat them at least 2 hours before or 2-3 hours after a meal for better digestion.
  3. Pairing Fruits the Right Way
    • Be mindful when mixing fruits. Avoid combining acidic fruits like oranges and lemons with sweet fruits in smoothies, juices, or desserts.
    • Never mix melons with other fruits, as they digest differently and may cause bloating or discomfort.
  4. Why Eating Whole Fruits is Better
    • Whole fruits contain fibre, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help the body stay strong and fight diseases.
    • Processing fruits—like juicing, pureeing, or dehydrating—remove fibre and reduces their natural benefits. Juices lose fibre, purees lose water content, and dried fruits become high in sugar, harming teeth.

    By following these simple tips, parents can ensure their children eat fruits the right way, getting all the essential nutrients for growth and good health.

Summing Up

In this article, we have listed different fruits’ names and what they are called in Hindi, Marathi, and Tamil. We at EuroKids strongly encourage parents to inculcate healthy eating habits by including more fruits and vegetables in their diet. Check out our blog, Healthy Habits For Little Ones: Celebrating World Health Day In Preschool, for tips. You can also visit EuroKids Blogs for more insights on your little one’s development, health, and learning. Don’t forget to visit EuroKids Preschools for the perfect first step in your child’s learning journey.