Meaning of "ladanum" in English

Ladanum is a sticky brown resin obtained from the shrubs Cistus ladanifer and Cistus creticus, commonly found in the Mediterranean region. This aromatic resin has been used since ancient times for its warm, musky fragrance in the production of perfumes and incense. With its natural balsamic notes, ladanum serves as a key ingredient in many high-end fragrances, contributing depth and richness to the scent profile. Additionally, it has been used traditionally for medicinal purposes and in religious rituals.

Meaning of "ladanum" in French

In French, "ladanum" refers to the same aromatic resin as in English, extracted from Cistus plants native to the Mediterranean. It is recognized for its unique fragrance characterized by warm, balsamic notes with hints of musk. In the realm of perfumery, ladanum is esteemed for its ability to enhance and deepen scent compositions. Historically, it has held significance not only in perfumery but also in traditional medicine and various spiritual practices, highlighting its versatility and enduring appeal.

Pronunciation of "ladanum" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈlædənəm/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "ladanum" is generally consistent across English-speaking regions, with slight variations in stress or vowel length depending on local accents.

Pronunciation of "ladanum" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /la.da.nɔm/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, "ladanum" is pronounced similarly regardless of regional accents, although minor variations may occur based on local speech patterns or dialects.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The perfume had a base note of ladanum, giving it a rich, earthy scent.
    (Le parfum avait une note de fond de ladanum, lui conférant un parfum riche et terreux.)

  2. Ladanum has been used in traditional medicine for centuries.
    (Le ladanum est utilisé dans la médecine traditionnelle depuis des siècles.)

  3. She added ladanum to her blend of essential oils for a warm fragrance.
    (Elle a ajouté du ladanum à son mélange d'huiles essentielles pour un parfum chaleureux.)

  4. The history of ladanum in rituals is fascinating.
    (L'histoire du ladanum dans les rituels est fascinante.)

  5. Ladanum’s musky aroma made the room feel cozy and inviting.
    (L'arôme musqué du ladanum rendait la pièce confortable et accueillante.)

  6. They sourced the highest quality ladanum for their new fragrance line.
    (Ils ont obtenu le ladanum de la plus haute qualité pour leur nouvelle ligne de parfums.)

  7. Artists have used ladanum in their creations for its distinct smell.
    (Les artistes ont utilisé le ladanum dans leurs créations pour son odeur distincte.)

  8. Ladanum was thought to have protective powers in ancient times.
    (On pensait que le ladanum avait des pouvoirs protecteurs dans les temps anciens.)

  9. The perfume industry relies heavily on natural ingredients like ladanum.
    (L'industrie du parfum dépend fortement d'ingrédients naturels comme le ladanum.)

  10. She recognized the ladanum scent immediately in the complex fragrance.
    (Elle a immédiatement reconnu l'odeur de ladanum dans le parfum complexe.)

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

Synonyms: labdanum

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: resin, amber, musk, myrrh, frankincense

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

Synonyms: labdanum

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: résine, ambre, musc, myrrhe, encens

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