French translation of gamboge is 
garcinia

Meaning of "gamboge" in English

Gamboge is a bright yellow pigment traditionally derived from the resin of trees in the genus Garcinia, native to Southeast Asia. This pigment has been used in watercolor painting due to its vivid and vibrant hue. In addition to its artistic applications, the term "gamboge" can also refer to any similar yellow color, often described as a deep, mustard-like shade. The word has been used since the 17th century and continues to be associated with this specific shade of yellow in the world of art and design.

Meaning of "garcinia" in French

In French, "garcinia" refers to a genus of tropical trees and shrubs that are part of the Clusiaceae family. These plants are mainly found in the tropics and produce fruits, some of which are edible and have culinary and medicinal uses, such as Garcinia mangostana, commonly known as the mangosteen. The resin extracted from some species is used for dyes and pigments, most notably gamboge. In French-speaking regions, "garcinia" is significant in botanical and environmental contexts due to its diverse applications and natural habitat.

Pronunciation of "gamboge" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡæmˈboʊʒ/

Pronunciation Variations: While the standard pronunciation is /ɡæmˈboʊʒ/, some regional accents might pronounce it slightly differently, with variations such as /ɡæmˈbɒʒ/ in British English. However, these variations are minor and generally conform to the same emphasis on the second syllable.

Pronunciation of "garcinia" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡaʁ.si.nja/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, "garcinia" is generally pronounced consistently with the phonetic transcription /ɡaʁ.si.nja/. Regional accents may slightly alter the intonation, but the pronunciation remains largely uniform across different French-speaking areas.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The artist chose gamboge for the sunset in her painting. (L'artiste a choisi la garcinia pour le coucher de soleil dans sa peinture.)
2. Gamboge provides a warm, vibrant tone in watercolor art. (La garcinia offre une teinte chaude et vibrante en aquarelle.)
3. The interior designer used gamboge to add warmth to the room. (Le décorateur d'intérieur a utilisé la garcinia pour ajouter de la chaleur à la pièce.)
4. This fabric is dyed in a rich shade of gamboge. (Ce tissu est teint dans une riche nuance de garcinia.)
5. The fashion collection featured a striking gamboge jacket. (La collection de mode présentait une veste garcinia frappante.)
6. Gamboge is a popular choice for painting flowers. (La garcinia est un choix populaire pour peindre des fleurs.)
7. The historic manuscript was illuminated with gamboge margins. (Le manuscrit historique était illuminé de marges garcinia.)
8. She wore a dress in a bold gamboge hue to the event. (Elle portait une robe d'une audacieuse teinte de garcinia à l'événement.)
9. The artist mixed gamboge with blue to create a unique green. (L'artiste a mélangé la garcinia avec du bleu pour créer un vert unique.)
10. Gamboge has been used in art for centuries. (La garcinia est utilisée dans l'art depuis des siècles.)

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

Synonyms: saffron, ochre, mustard, amber, gold.

Antonyms: azure, indigo, cobalt, midnight, navy.

Similar Words: yellow, lemon, citrine, flaxen, amber.

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

Synonyms: mangoustan, resine jaune.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: clusiaceae, plante tropicale, arbre à épices.

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