World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesfoglie
Pronunciation / Transliteration: ˈfɔʎʎe
"Gli alberi erano pieni di foglie verdi in primavera."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The plural form of leaf; the flat, green parts of a plant that are typically attached to a stem.
"The trees were full of vibrant green leaves in the spring." - 2
A page in a book or manuscript.
"She turned the leaves of the old book carefully to avoid tearing them."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'leaves' is derived from the Old English 'leáf', which is related to the Proto-Germanic '*leafą' and the Proto-Indo-European '*bʰel-', meaning 'to bloom or to grow'. Over time, the term evolved to refer specifically to the foliage of plants.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Leaves"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Leaves" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
feuilles
Transliteration: fœj
"Les arbres étaient pleins de feuilles vertes au printemps."
Blätter
Transliteration: ˈblɛtɐ
"Die Bäume waren im Frühling voller grüner Blätter."
foglie
Transliteration: ˈfɔʎʎe
"Gli alberi erano pieni di foglie verdi in primavera."
hojas
Transliteration: ˈoxas
"Los árboles estaban llenos de hojas verdes en primavera."
folhas
Transliteration: ˈfɔʎɐs
"As árvores estavam cheias de folhas verdes na primavera."
पत्ते
Transliteration: patte
"वसंत में पेड़ हरे पत्तों से भरे थे।"
叶子
Transliteration: yèzi
"春天树上满是绿色的叶子。"
잎
Transliteration: ip
"봄에 나무는 푸른 잎으로 가득 차 있었다."
葉
Transliteration: ha
"春には木々が緑の葉でいっぱいだった。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Italian termsA voltage level that is lower than the standard voltage used in electrical systems, typically used for safety in low-power applications.
The difference in electric potential between two points, measured in volts.
A term used in German to denote a specific type of entity or concept.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Leaves"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.