French translation of kinnikinic is 
kinnikinic

Meaning of "kinnikinic" in English

"Kinnikinic," also spelled "kinnikinnick," refers to a traditional Native American smoking mixture. It typically consists of various plant materials such as dried leaves, bark, and herbs. The primary ingredient often comes from the bearberry plant (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi), combined with other botanicals. Kinnikinic has cultural and ceremonial significance, used in rituals and as a trade good. Its composition and use can vary among different Indigenous tribes, reflecting diverse cultural practices and beliefs. This term highlights an intersection of cultural traditions and natural resource utilization.

Meaning of "kinnikinic" in French

En français, "kinnikinic" désigne un mélange de plantes traditionnellement utilisé par les Amérindiens comme substance à fumer. Ce mélange se compose généralement de feuilles sèches, d'écorces et d'herbes diverses, l'ingrédient principal étant souvent issu de la busserole (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi). Kinnikinic a une signification culturelle et cérémonielle, utilisé lors de rituels et comme bien d'échange. Sa composition et son usage varient selon les différentes tribus autochtones, reflétant des pratiques culturelles et des croyances diverses. Ce terme met en lumière l'intersection entre traditions culturelles et utilisation des ressources naturelles.

Pronunciation of "kinnikinic" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [kih-ni-kih-nik]

Pronunciation Variations: While most English speakers pronounce "kinnikinic" uniformly, regional differences may affect vowel emphasis. In some dialects, it may sound more like "keh-neh-kin-ick" due to accent variations, but these are minor.

Pronunciation of "kinnikinic" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [kee-nee-kee-neek]

Pronunciation Variations: In French, pronunciation of non-French terms like "kinnikinic" may vary slightly, depending on local accents, but will generally remain close to the original pronunciation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. He gathered kinnikinic for the evening ceremony. (Il a ramassé du kinnikinic pour la cérémonie du soir.)
2. The elders taught us how to prepare kinnikinic. (Les anciens nous ont appris à préparer le kinnikinic.)
3. Kinnikinic plays a role in many traditional rituals. (Le kinnikinic joue un rôle dans de nombreux rituels traditionnels.)
4. They traded kinnikinic with neighboring tribes. (Ils ont échangé du kinnikinic avec les tribus voisines.)
5. The kinnikinic mixture varies widely among tribes. (Le mélange de kinnikinic varie largement entre les tribus.)
6. She included kinnikinic in the cultural presentation. (Elle a inclus le kinnikinic dans la présentation culturelle.)
7. The aroma of kinnikinic filled the air. (L'arôme du kinnikinic a rempli l'air.)
8. Kinnikinic is made from bearberry leaves. (Le kinnikinic est fait à partir de feuilles de busserole.)
9. During the ceremony, they shared kinnikinic. (Pendant la cérémonie, ils ont partagé le kinnikinic.)
10. Learning the kinnikinic preparation is a rite of passage. (Apprendre la préparation du kinnikinic est un rite de passage.)

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

Synonyms: kinnikinnick.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: traditional smoking blend, ceremonial tobacco, bearberry.

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

Synonyms: -

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: mélange à fumer traditionnel, tabac cérémonial, busserole.

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