French translation of umbo is 
umbo

Meaning of "umbo" in English

In English, "umbo" refers to a rounded or raised part, often used to describe the central boss of a shield or the protuberance on a mushroom cap. This term has its origins in Latin, indicating any central or projecting feature. In biology, it is used to describe the initial point of growth in several structures, such as the shells of clams where the umbo is the oldest part. In botany and anatomy, an "umbo" can indicate similar central or raised projections.

Meaning of "umbo" in French

In French, "umbo" carries a similar definition as in English, describing any rounded or projecting feature. In the context of armory, it refers to the central knob or boss of a shield. In biology, it describes the initial growth point on shelled organisms, such as the earliest and central part of a bivalve shell. It is also used in botanical contexts to describe central protrusions resembling domes or raised areas on various structures.

Pronunciation of "umbo" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈʌmboʊ/

Pronunciation Variations: Generally consistent across English dialects, with minimal variation in phonetic stress and vowel length. Some regional accents may slightly alter the vowel sound due to local phonetic influences.

Pronunciation of "umbo" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /œ̃.bo/

Pronunciation Variations: French pronunciation can vary slightly depending on regional accents, with slight variations in nasalized vowel sounds typical of specific regional dialects.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The umbo of the shield was intricately engraved with patterns. (L'umbo du bouclier était gravé de motifs complexes.)

2. As I looked closer, the umbo became the focal point of the whole design. (En regardant de plus près, l'umbo est devenu le point central de tout le design.)

3. The archaeologists noted the unique umbo on the ancient relic. (Les archéologues ont noté l'umbo unique sur la relique ancienne.)

4. In the wild, many mushrooms have a pronounced umbo at the center of their caps. (Dans la nature, de nombreux champignons ont un umbo prononcé au centre de leurs chapeaux.)

5. The umbo on the clam's shell marks its oldest part. (L'umbo sur la coquille de la palourde marque sa partie la plus ancienne.)

6. The design featured a prominent umbo that was noticeable from afar. (Le design présentait un umbo proéminent visible de loin.)

7. The museum displayed a Roman shield with a large umbo. (Le musée exposait un bouclier romain avec un grand umbo.)

8. The central umbo gave the ancient shield its distinctive look. (L'umbo central donnait au bouclier antique son aspect distinctif.)

9. The biologist explained how the umbo functions in shell growth. (Le biologiste a expliqué comment l'umbo fonctionne dans la croissance de la coquille.)

10. The sculpture's umbo stood out as a significant detail. (L'umbo de la sculpture ressortait comme un détail significatif.)

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

Synonyms: boss, knot, projection, prominence, bulge.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: mound, apex, summit, peak, protuberance.

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

Synonyms: protubérance, bosse, bouton, proéminence, relief.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: sommet, élévation, crête, pointe, monticule.

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