Meaning of "zingiberaceous" in English

"Zingiberaceous" refers to anything pertaining to or belonging to the Zingiberaceae family, which is a group of flowering plants generally known as the ginger family. This family includes aromatic herbs with rhizomes, such as ginger, turmeric, and cardamom. These plants are often used in cooking and traditional medicine due to their distinct flavors and beneficial properties. The term is used primarily in botanical and horticultural contexts to describe certain characteristics shared among the plants within this family.

Meaning of "zingiberaceous" in French

In English, the term "zingiberaceous" specifically describes attributes related to the Zingiberaceae family of plants. This botanical family includes species such as ginger, turmeric, and cardamom, which are known for their aromatic properties and culinary uses. These plants typically have rhizomes and are valued not only for their flavors but also for their medicinal qualities. The word is mostly used in scientific and horticultural contexts when discussing the characteristics inherent to this particular plant family.

Pronunciation of "zingiberaceous" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˌzɪn.dʒɪ.bəˈreɪ.ʃəs/

Pronunciation Variations: While regional accents may slightly influence the pronunciation, the phonetic emphasis remains on the third syllable. Variations could include differing vowel emphasis depending on local dialects.

Pronunciation of "zingiberaceous" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /zɛ̃.ʒi.be.ra.sjøz/

Pronunciation Variations: French pronunciation tends to maintain uniformity given its phonetic rules, but slight variations might occur in different regions due to local accents.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. Ginger is a well-known zingiberaceous plant.
    (Le gingembre est une plante zingibéracée bien connue.)

  2. The zingiberaceous family includes many aromatic herbs.
    (La famille zingibéracée comprend de nombreuses herbes aromatiques.)

  3. Turmeric, a zingiberaceous plant, is often used in cooking.
    (Le curcuma, une plante zingibéracée, est souvent utilisé en cuisine.)

  4. Zingiberaceous plants are known for their rhizomes.
    (Les plantes zingibéracées sont connues pour leurs rhizomes.)

  5. Cardamom is a spice derived from a zingiberaceous plant.
    (La cardamome est une épice dérivée d'une plante zingibéracée.)

  6. Many zingiberaceous plants have medicinal properties.
    (De nombreuses plantes zingibéracées ont des propriétés médicinales.)

  7. The zingiberaceous genus includes economically important species.
    (Le genre zingibéracé comprend des espèces économiquement importantes.)

  8. The distinctive scent of zingiberaceous plants is unmistakable.
    (Le parfum distinctif des plantes zingibéracées est inimitable.)

  9. Farmers cultivate zingiberaceous plants for their culinary uses.
    (Les agriculteurs cultivent des plantes zingibéracées pour leurs usages culinaires.)

  10. Essential oils from zingiberaceous plants are widely used.
    (Les huiles essentielles de plantes zingibéracées sont largement utilisées.)

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

Synonyms: aromatic, spicy, botanical, herbal, rhizomatous, ginger-related, turmeric-related

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: ginger, turmeric, cardamom, herbaceous, root, plant family, aromatic plant

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

Synonyms: aromatique, épicé, botanique, herbacé, rhizomateux, lié au gingembre, lié au curcuma

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: gingembre, curcuma, cardamome, herbacé, racine, famille de plantes, plante aromatique

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