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10 Language-to-English DictionariesNymphaea
Pronunciation / Transliteration: Nymphaea
"Il giardino era pieno di Nymphaea fiorite."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
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A genus of freshwater flowering plants commonly known as water lilies.
"The pond was adorned with vibrant Nymphaea, creating a picturesque scene." - 2
Any plant belonging to the family Nymphaeaceae, characterized by large, flat leaves and showy flowers.
"In botanical gardens, various species of Nymphaea can be observed in full bloom."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Nymphaea' originates from Latin, derived from the Greek word 'nymphaios', which refers to water nymphs. Historically, it has been associated with aquatic plants, particularly those in the family Nymphaeaceae, known for their beautiful flowers and floating leaves.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Nymphaea" is said worldwide
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Nymphaea
Transliteration: Nymphaea
"Le jardin était rempli de Nymphaea colorées."
Nymphaea
Transliteration: Nymphaea
"Der Teich war mit Nymphaea geschmückt."
Nymphaea
Transliteration: Nymphaea
"Il giardino era pieno di Nymphaea fiorite."
Nymphaea
Transliteration: Nymphaea
"El estanque estaba adornado con Nymphaea."
Nymphaea
Transliteration: Nymphaea
"O lago estava cheio de Nymphaea."
निम्फ़िया
Transliteration: Nimphiya
"तालाब में निम्फ़िया खिली हुई थी।"
睡莲
Transliteration: Shuìlián
"池塘里盛开着睡莲。"
수련
Transliteration: Suryun
"연못에 수련이 피어 있었다."
スイレン
Transliteration: Suiren
"池にはスイレンが咲いていました。"
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