Meaning of "tarweed" in English

Tarweed is a common name for various plants belonging to the family Asteraceae, native to North America. These plants are known for their sticky, resinous foliage, which emits a strong odor. Tarweeds typically flourish in dry, open areas and are often found alongside roads and in grasslands. The name "tarweed" derives from the sticky feel of the plant, similar to tar. Many species of tarweed produce yellow or white flowers and play a role in local ecosystems by providing food for insects.

Meaning of "tarweed" in French

The term "tarweed" translates directly to "tarweed" in French, though it refers to the same group of plants, part of the Asteraceae family, native to North America. Known for their resinous and sticky foliage, these plants emit a strong odor and thrive in arid, open terrains. The term "tarweed" is based on the plant's sticky texture, reminiscent of tar. These species produce flowers that are predominantly yellow or white and contribute to their environments by serving as a food source for various insects.

Pronunciation of "tarweed" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈtɑrˌwiːd]

Pronunciation Variations: In some regional dialects, the emphasis might vary slightly, but generally, the pronunciation remains consistent across English-speaking areas.

Pronunciation of "tarweed" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [taʁwid]

Pronunciation Variations: The French pronunciation of "tarweed" remains fairly consistent, although slight variations can occur based on the speaker’s native accent or dialect.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The tarweed in the garden has a very strong scent. (Le tarweed dans le jardin a une odeur très forte.)
  2. Tarweed plants are commonly found in California. (Les plantes de tarweed se trouvent couramment en Californie.)
  3. The tarweed's sticky leaves make it easy to identify. (Les feuilles collantes du tarweed le rendent facile à identifier.)
  4. Insects often feed on the flowers of tarweed. (Les insectes se nourrissent souvent des fleurs de tarweed.)
  5. I noticed tarweed growing along the roadside. (J'ai remarqué du tarweed poussant le long de la route.)
  6. Tarweed can survive in dry climates. (Le tarweed peut survivre dans des climats secs.)
  7. The bright yellow flowers of tarweed attract bees. (Les fleurs jaunes vives du tarweed attirent les abeilles.)
  8. We need to clear the tarweed from the field. (Nous devons enlever le tarweed du champ.)
  9. Birds sometimes use tarweed for nesting materials. (Les oiseaux utilisent parfois du tarweed pour les matériaux de nidification.)
  10. Tarweed's resinous smell was overwhelming. (L'odeur résineuse du tarweed était accablante.)

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

Synonyms: -.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: -.

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

Synonyms: -.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: -.

Disclaimer: These examples may contain sensitive content that does not reflect the opinions or policies of Translate.com, or its company Translate LLC. We welcome feedback: report an example sentence to our team.

Get document translations that have been custom-crafted to fit the needs of your unique industry and culture - in over 110 language pairs!
Order document translation

Translate tarweed into other languages