Yesterday it rained all day...This means the 2008 Cherry Blossoms are just about finished. Let`s look at some "Cherry Blossom" English. Do you understand the meaning of all of the below sentences?

1. Did you have a cherry blossom party(viewing)? At night? In the day time? Both?

2. This year, the cherry blossoms bloomed a little later than an average year.
=The cherry blossoms are late blooming this year.

3. The Osaka Castle Park was packed(=really crowded) with people having cherry blossom parties last Sunday.

4. Do you know what "double cherry blossoms" are?

5. The cherry blossoms are in full bloom.

6. What is your favorite cherry blossom spot?



Can you think of any other "cherry blossom" English?

Let`s enjoy the last few days of cherry blossoms this spring!