French translation of sagittate is 
sagittée

Meaning of "sagittate" in English

"Sagittate" is an adjective used primarily in botanical contexts to describe leaves that are shaped like an arrowhead. This term comes from the Latin "sagitta," meaning arrow, reflecting the leaf's pointed shape with lobes at the base that point backwards. Commonly associated with specific types of plant foliage, a sagittate leaf has a distinctively angular structure which resembles the shape of a traditional arrowhead.

Meaning of "sagittée" in French

In French, "sagittée" is an adjective used to describe the shape of leaves that resemble an arrowhead. This term is predominantly used in botany to categorize leaves with a specific form. The word "sagittée" shares its origin with the English term "sagittate," both deriving from the Latin word "sagitta," meaning arrow. Leaves described as "sagittée" are noted for their pointed tips and lobes at the base that curve backward.

Pronunciation of "sagittate" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈsædʒ.ɪ.teɪt]

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, "sagittate" is pronounced with a clearer "t" sound, while in British English, the emphasis might vary slightly on the syllables, although differences are minimal.

Pronunciation of "sagittée" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [sa.ʒi.te]

Pronunciation Variations: French pronunciation generally remains consistent across regions, though slight variations may occur in the clarity of the "g" sound depending on regional accents.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The plant displayed sagittate leaves that pointed towards the sun. (La plante affichait des feuilles sagittées qui se tournaient vers le soleil.)
2. Botanists studied the unique sagittate form of these leaves. (Les botanistes ont étudié la forme sagitée unique de ces feuilles.)
3. The sagittate pattern is ideal for collecting rainwater. (Le motif sagitté est idéal pour recueillir l'eau de pluie.)
4. Many aquatic plants feature sagittate leaf structures. (De nombreuses plantes aquatiques présentent des structures de feuilles sagittées.)
5. The sagittate configuration helps the plant avoid wind damage. (La configuration sagittée aide la plante à éviter les dommages causés par le vent.)
6. She was fascinated by the sagittate shape of the foliage. (Elle était fascinée par la forme sagittée du feuillage.)
7. The river's edge was lined with sagittate-leaved plants. (Le bord de la rivière était bordé de plantes à feuilles sagittées.)
8. Sagittate leaves can be found on several vine species. (Les feuilles sagittées peuvent être trouvées sur plusieurs espèces de vignes.)
9. The arrowhead-like appearance of sagittate leaves is striking. (L'apparence en forme de flèche des feuilles sagittées est frappante.)
10. Draw the contour of a sagittate leaf as part of your project. (Dessinez le contour d'une feuille sagittée dans le cadre de votre projet.)

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

Synonyms: arrow-shaped, deltoid.

Antonyms: round, oval.

Similar Words: pointed, angular, spear-shaped, arrowhead, lobed, linear, lanceolate, elliptic, oblate.

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

Synonyms: en forme de flèche, deltoïde.

Antonyms: rond, ovale.

Similar Words: pointu, angulaire, en forme de lance, en forme de flèche, lobé, linéaire, lancéolé, elliptique, oblat.

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