Meaning of "pannage" in English

Pannage refers to a traditional practice in forestry, where domestic pigs are released into woodlands to forage for food such as acorns, beech mast, chestnuts, and other nuts. This practice not only helps in feeding pigs but also assists in maintaining the health of the forest by controlling the growth of underbrush. Historically, pannage was a common right in many parts of England and Europe, allowing pig farmers to sustain their livestock during particular seasons, especially autumn, when these natural food sources are plentiful.

Meaning of "pannage" in French

In French, "pannage" maintains a similar meaning to its English counterpart. It is the practice of releasing pigs into forests to feed on naturally occurring nuts and fruits like acorns and chestnuts. This activity not only provides sustenance to the pigs but also helps forest ecosystems by reducing the amount of fallen fruit and nuts that could otherwise foster excessive undergrowth or pest populations. Traditionally, pannage was an integral element of rural agriculture and forest management in parts of France and Europe.

Pronunciation of "pannage" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈpænɪdʒ/

Pronunciation Variations: In some English-speaking regions, you might hear slight variations in the vowel sounds, but generally, it remains consistent with the phonetic transcription provided.

Pronunciation of "pannage" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /pa.naʒ/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, pronunciation is generally uniform across regions, with no significant dialectical variations.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. During autumn, farmers traditionally practice pannage in the local forest.
    (Pendant l'automne, les agriculteurs pratiquent traditionnellement le pannage dans la forêt locale.)

  2. The practice of pannage helps maintain a healthy forest ecosystem.
    (La pratique du pannage aide à maintenir un écosystème forestier sain.)

  3. Pannage was a common practice in medieval England.
    (Le pannage était une pratique courante dans l'Angleterre médiévale.)

  4. The pigs were released for pannage to find food buried under leaves.
    (Les cochons étaient lâchés pour le pannage afin de trouver de la nourriture enterrée sous les feuilles.)

  5. Local laws regulate the timing and location of pannage.
    (Les lois locales régulent le moment et l'endroit du pannage.)

  6. Pannage rights were inherited and valuable in agrarian societies.
    (Les droits de pannage étaient hérités et précieux dans les sociétés agraires.)

  7. Acorns and chestnuts are primary food sources during pannage.
    (Les glands et les châtaignes sont les principales sources de nourriture pendant le pannage.)

  8. The forest warden oversees the pannage season each year.
    (Le gardien de la forêt surveille la saison de pannage chaque année.)

  9. Pannage had economic benefits for medieval communities.
    (Le pannage avait des avantages économiques pour les communautés médiévales.)

  10. The annual pannage festival celebrates this ancient tradition.
    (Le festival annuel de pannage célèbre cette ancienne tradition.)

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

Synonyms: foraging, mast feeding.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: grazing, browsing, pasturage.

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

Synonyms: glandée, pacage.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: pâturage, gast, nourrissage.

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