Translation guide
The fruit apricot is あんず (anzu) in Japanese. The tree is あんずの木. Dried apricots are ほしあんず. The color apricot is あんずいろ.
Referring to the fresh fruit
The standard word for the apricot fruit. Used in everyday contexts.
Loanword from English, used especially in product names, menus, or when emphasizing a Western context.
I bought apricot jam.
Referring to the apricot tree
Literally 'apricot tree'. Use this when you need to specify the tree itself.
There is an apricot tree in the garden.
Referring to dried apricots
Dried apricots. Commonly used in snacks and cooking.
Dried apricots are nutritious.
Referring to the color apricot
Apricot color, a pale orange-yellow. Often used in fashion and design.
She is wearing an apricot-colored dress.