French translation of neaped is 
neaped

Meaning of "neaped" in English

In English, "neaped" refers to a sailing or nautical condition where a vessel is left stranded or unable to move due to the low water level during neap tides. Neap tides occur when the difference between high and low tides is least, and thus, there's insufficient water to float a grounded vessel. This term is mainly used in maritime contexts, emphasizing the challenges faced by ships or boats operating in tidal waters. Encountering such conditions can stall plans and delay journeys, requiring careful timing and navigation strategies from sailors.

Meaning of "neaped" in French

In French, "neaped" or "échoué lors des marées de morte-eau" describes a situation where a ship or boat is grounded due to low tide during a neap period. The term "morte-eau" denotes the period in the lunar cycle where tides are the least extreme, presenting a unique set of challenges for sailors, especially when aligning shipping schedules or navigating shallow waters. It brings attention to how natural tidal patterns can impact maritime logistics and necessitate strategic planning and resilience from those at sea.

Pronunciation of "neaped" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [niːpt]
Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation remains fairly consistent across various English dialects, though some regional accents might slightly alter the vowel sounds due to accent-specific intonation and stress.

Pronunciation of "neaped" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [nɛpt]
Pronunciation Variations: While the pronunciation is relatively uniform in French-speaking regions, variations might occur in informal settings or regional dialects, but these do not significantly alter the overall pronunciation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The ship was neaped and couldn't set sail until the tide rose.
   (Le navire était échoué lors des marées de morte-eau et ne pouvait pas lever l'ancre avant que la marée monte.)

2. We planned carefully to avoid being neaped during our voyage.
   (Nous avons planifié soigneusement pour éviter d'être échoués lors des marées de morte-eau pendant notre voyage.)

3. With the boat neaped, they decided to wait it out on the beach.
   (Avec le bateau échoué lors des marées de morte-eau, ils décidèrent d'attendre sur la plage.)

4. Being neaped was an unexpected hurdle in their expedition.
   (Être échoué lors des marées de morte-eau était un obstacle inattendu dans leur expédition.)

5. The sailors had to calculate the tides to prevent getting neaped.
   (Les marins devaient calculer les marées pour éviter d'être échoués lors des marées de morte-eau.)

6. They found the yacht neaped and worked on repairs until the tide returned.
   (Ils trouvèrent le yacht échoué lors des marées de morte-eau et travaillèrent aux réparations jusqu'à ce que la marée revienne.)

7. Being neaped proved to be a learning experience for the new crew.
   (Être échoué lors des marées de morte-eau s'est avéré être une expérience d'apprentissage pour le nouvel équipage.)

8. The captain was careful to avoid sites where his ship might be neaped.
   (Le capitaine était prudent d'éviter les sites où son navire pourrait être échoué lors des marées de morte-eau.)

9. Once neaped, they had no choice but to wait for the tides to change.
   (Une fois échoué lors des marées de morte-eau, ils n'avaient d'autre choix que d'attendre que les marées changent.)

10. Preparing for neap tides is crucial to avoid being neaped at port.
    (Se préparer pour les marées de morte-eau est crucial pour éviter d'être échoué lors des marées de morte-eau au port.)

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

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Similar Words: stranded, grounded, beached, immobilized

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

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Similar Words: échoué, immobilisé, ensablé, ancré

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