French translation of calved is 
vêlé

Meaning of "calved" in English

The word "calved" in English refers to the action of a cow or similar animal giving birth to a calf. It can also describe the process where large chunks of ice break off a glacier or ice shelf, forming an iceberg. Both usages convey a sense of separation or division into smaller parts, with the former being biological and the latter geological. In agricultural contexts, farmers monitor cows that are about to calve to ensure the safety and health of both the mother and the newborn calf.

Meaning of "vêlé" in French

In French, "vêlé" refers specifically to the action of a cow giving birth to a calf. This term is used in agricultural and veterinary contexts to describe this birthing process. The term can also be applied generally to describe the successful completion of an animal's birthing process, emphasizing the healthy delivery of the offspring. The word conveys the concept of new beginnings, much like in its English counterpart, and is part of a farmer's regular vocabulary in managing livestock.

Pronunciation of "calved" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /kɑːvd/

The pronunciation of "calved" can differ slightly depending on regional accents. In American English, it may sound more like "kavd" with a shorter "a," while in British English, "calved" may have a longer "a" sound, as indicated in the transcription.

Pronunciation of "vêlé" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ve.le/

The pronunciation of "vêlé" remains relatively consistent across different French-speaking regions. However, slight regional accents may influence the intonation or stress on the syllables, but these variations are typically minor and do not alter the fundamental pronunciation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The cow calved in the early morning. (La vache a vêlé tôt le matin.)
2. The glacier calved, releasing a massive iceberg. (Le glacier a vêlé, libérant un énorme iceberg.)
3. She watched as the ice slowly calved into the sea. (Elle a regardé la glace vêler lentement dans la mer.)
4. After the storm, the cow safely calved in the barn. (Après la tempête, la vache a vêlé en sécurité dans la grange.)
5. The farmer was relieved when both cows calved without complications. (Le fermier était soulagé lorsque les deux vaches ont vêlé sans complications.)
6. During spring, many cows calved in the fields. (Au printemps, de nombreuses vaches vêlent dans les champs.)
7. The calved icebergs were a majestic sight. (Les icebergs vêlés étaient un spectacle majestueux.)
8. Our cattle have calved more frequently this year. (Notre bétail a vêlé plus fréquemment cette année.)
9. The farmer prepared for the day the cows would calve. (Le fermier s'est préparé pour le jour où les vaches vêleraient.)
10. Several pieces of ice calved from the glacier's edge. (Plusieurs morceaux de glace ont vêlé du bord du glacier.)

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

Synonyms: birthed, split, delivered, partitioned, separated, fractured, produced.

Antonyms: fused, joined, united, combined, merged.

Similar Words: foaled, lambed, fragmented, broke off, divided.

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

Synonyms: mis bas, enfanté.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: accouché, livré.

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