French translation of cacuminate is 
cacuminate

Meaning of "cacuminate" in English

The word "cacuminate" refers to something that is sharply pointed or has a tapered end, often describing leaves, structures, or other objects with a pointed top. It's derived from the Latin word "cacuminatus," meaning pointed or peak. In botany, it is frequently used to describe the shape of plant leaves or petals. Its usage is quite specialized, most likely found in scientific texts or discussions about specific objects that are tapered or pointed.

Meaning of "cacuminate" in French

In French, "cacuminate" also describes objects that are pointed or tapered at the top. It is used in contexts similar to those in English, such as botany or when describing architectural or natural features that rise to a sharp point. The term shares its roots with the English equivalent and serves in technical or descriptive writing to depict structures with an apex or peak.

Pronunciation of "cacuminate" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [kəˈkjuːmɪneɪt]

Pronunciation Variations: Generally, "cacuminate" is pronounced consistently across English dialects, though slight variations in vowel sounds may occur depending on regional accents.

Pronunciation of "cacuminate" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [ka.kym.i.ne]

Pronunciation Variations: In French, pronunciation remains relatively uniform, although local accents may slightly affect the inflection of vowels, often resulting in subtle differences in articulation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The plant had a cacuminate leaf structure. (La plante avait une structure de feuilles acuminées.)
2. Her artwork featured a cacuminate tower in the background. (Son œuvre présentait une tour acuminée en arrière-plan.)
3. The cacuminate coastline was striking against the horizon. (Le littoral acuminé se détachait contre l'horizon.)
4. Architects often use cacuminate designs for modern structures. (Les architectes utilisent souvent des designs acuminés pour les structures modernes.)
5. The cacuminate peak of the mountain was awe-inspiring. (Le sommet acuminé de la montagne était impressionnant.)
6. The sword had a cacuminate tip, perfect for piercing. (L'épée avait une pointe acuminée, parfaite pour percer.)
7. Birds often nest in trees with cacuminate branches for protection. (Les oiseaux nichent souvent dans des arbres aux branches acuminées pour se protéger.)
8. The city's skyline featured cacuminate spires reaching for the sky. (L'horizon de la ville présentait des flèches acuminées qui atteignaient le ciel.)
9. The cacuminate leaves of the tropical plant provided dense shade. (Les feuilles acuminées de la plante tropicale offraient une ombre dense.)
10. The artist's cacuminate sculpture was the highlight of the exhibition. (La sculpture acuminée de l'artiste était le point fort de l'exposition.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "cacuminate" in English

Synonyms: pointed, tapered, peaked, acuminate, sharp, spiky, conical, angular, acute, pinnacled.

Antonyms: blunt, rounded, smooth, flat, dull, obtuse.

Similar Words: spired, apexed, pinnate, steepled, cusped, pointedness.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "cacuminate" in French

Synonyms: pointu, effilé, acuminé, piquant, conique, angulaire, aigu, pinnacle, cuspidé, culminant.

Antonyms: émoussé, arrondi, lisse, plat, terne, obtus.

Similar Words: spiralé, apexé, penné, élancé, cuspide.

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