French translation of pansy is 
pansy

Meaning of "pansy" in English

In English, a "pansy" is a type of garden flower known for its vivid, often multicolored blooms. These flowers are popular in gardens and ornamental displays due to their bright colors and unique patterns. The term "pansy" can also refer to a specific variety of viola that is bred with larger flowers and a wide range of color combinations. Additionally, "pansy" is sometimes used informally as a derogatory term for someone perceived as weak or effeminate, which is considered offensive in modern usage.

Meaning of "pansy" in French

In French, "pansy" translates to "pensée," which also refers to the colorful garden flower popular in horticulture. The French word "pensée" comes from the verb "penser," meaning "to think," and symbolizes contemplation and remembrance. In the context of language, it does not carry the same informal derogatory connotations as in English. Instead, "pensée" is celebrated for its beauty and often used in floral arrangements and garden displays throughout France.

Pronunciation of "pansy" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈpæn.zi]

Pronunciation Variations: In British English, you might hear a slightly more elongated vowel sound in the first syllable, while in American English, the vowel tends to be short and flat. The pronunciation generally remains consistent across English-speaking regions.

Pronunciation of "pansy" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [pɑ̃.se]

Pronunciation Variations: The French pronunciation is fairly consistent across different regions. However, slight variations might occur in accent emphasis, especially between northern and southern French dialects. The nasal vowel sound is distinctive in French.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The pansy blooms in vibrant colors in the spring garden. (La pensée fleurit en couleurs vives dans le jardin de printemps.)
2. She planted a border of pansies around her patio. (Elle a planté une bordure de pensées autour de sa terrasse.)
3. Pansies are known for their hardiness in cooler climates. (Les pensées sont connues pour leur résistance aux climats plus frais.)
4. The pansy is a symbol of remembrance. (La pensée est un symbole de souvenir.)
5. He wore a boutonniere with a single pansy for the occasion. (Il portait une boutonnière avec une seule pensée pour l'occasion.)
6. They decorated the wedding cake with pansy petals. (Ils ont décoré le gâteau de mariage avec des pétales de pensée.)
7. In Victorian language, a pansy meant "thought of you." (Dans le langage victorien, une pensée signifiait "pensée à toi".)
8. The pansy has a delicate, sweet fragrance. (La pensée a un parfum délicat et sucré.)
9. She admired the pansies displayed at the flower show. (Elle admirait les pensées exposées au salon floral.)
10. He studied the biology of pansies for his research project. (Il a étudié la biologie des pensées pour son projet de recherche.)

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

Synonyms: viola, violet, garden pansy, flower, bloom.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: blossom, flora, plant, petal, perennial.

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

Synonyms: pensée, fleur de jardin, violette, boum.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: floraison, flore, plante, pétale, vivace.

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