🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

cyprès

Pronunciation / Transliteration: si-prè

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Cypress/ˈsaɪ.prəs/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"Les cyprès bordaient l'allée du jardin."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A type of coniferous tree belonging to the family Cupressaceae, often characterized by its tall, slender shape and evergreen foliage.

    "The cypress trees lined the avenue, providing a majestic entrance to the estate."
  2. 2

    Wood from the cypress tree, valued for its resistance to decay and its pleasant scent.

    "The carpenter chose cypress wood for the outdoor furniture due to its durability."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'cypress' comes from the Latin 'cypressus', which is derived from the Greek 'kyparissos'. The term has been used since ancient times to refer to various coniferous trees, particularly those in the family Cupressaceae, known for their durability and aromatic wood.

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