Meaning of "ranchman" in English

A "ranchman" refers to a person who owns or manages a ranch. Typically found in rural areas, a ranch serves as a large farm dedicated primarily to raising livestock such as cattle or sheep. The role of a ranchman can range from overseeing the daily operations and managing workers to handling finances and making business decisions. Traditionally associated with the American West, a ranchman's life involves a close connection with agriculture, nature, and livestock, blending both physical and managerial skills in the operation of a ranch.

Meaning of "ranchman" in French

In French, the word "ranchman" is a direct borrowing from English, often used to describe someone who owns or manages a "ranch," which is also borrowed from English, though sometimes the term "éleveur" may be used to signify a livestock farmer. A ranchman in the French context still involves overseeing the operations of a farm that mainly raises cattle or horses. The role similar to that in English involves handling livestock operations and business management, reflecting the farming culture prominently found in North America.

Pronunciation of "ranchman" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈræn(t)ʃmən/

Pronunciation Variations: There are minimal variations in pronunciation; however, regional accents may influence how clearly the 't' is pronounced or the emphasis on syllables.

Pronunciation of "ranchman" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ʁɑ̃ʃ.mɑ̃/

Pronunciation Variations: Being a borrowed term, there are generally no significant regional variations in French, but the pronunciation may vary slightly with different French accents.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The ranchman inspected his cattle at dawn.
    (Le ranchman a inspecté son bétail à l'aube.)

  2. Every year, the ranchman hires seasonal workers.
    (Chaque année, le ranchman embauche des travailleurs saisonniers.)

  3. The ranchman organized a cattle drive through the valley.
    (Le ranchman a organisé une transhumance à travers la vallée.)

  4. As the sun set, the ranchman finished his work for the day.
    (Au coucher du soleil, le ranchman a terminé sa journée de travail.)

  5. The young ranchman inherited the land from his grandfather.
    (Le jeune ranchman a hérité la terre de son grand-père.)

  6. Running a ranch requires the ranchman to have diverse skills.
    (Gérer un ranch nécessite que le ranchman possède des compétences diverses.)

  7. The ranchman rode his horse across the sprawling fields.
    (Le ranchman a chevauché son cheval à travers les champs étendus.)

  8. The ranchman and his family lived in a cabin near the river.
    (Le ranchman et sa famille vivaient dans une cabane près de la rivière.)

  9. At the county fair, the ranchman showcased his prize-winning livestock.
    (À la foire du comté, le ranchman a exposé son bétail primé.)

  10. The ranchman faced challenges from unpredictable weather patterns.
    (Le ranchman a fait face à des défis liés aux conditions météorologiques imprévisibles.)

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

Synonyms: rancher, cattleman, livestock farmer, herder, cowboy.

Antonyms: urbanite, city dweller, non-farmer.

Similar Words: farmer, agriculturist, stockman, cowboy.

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

Synonyms: éleveur, fermier, propriétaire de ranch, gardien de troupeau.

Antonyms: citadin, habitant de la ville.

Similar Words: agriculteur, berger, cow-boy.

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