mangrove in French

mangrove in French is palétuvier, manglier, mangrove — mangrove means a tropical tree or shrub that grows in salty coastal shallows, supported by tangled above-ground roots.

mangrove in French

palétuvier

noun

Any of various tropical and subtropical evergreen shrubs or trees chiefly of the Rhizophoraceae family that have aerial roots and grow in clumps in brackish intertidal coastal areas; (specifically) any of various trees of the genus Rhizophora, especially the red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle). [from early 17th c.]

manglier

noun

mangrove

noun

A forest of such shrubs or trees.

What does "mangrove" mean?

noun A tropical tree or shrub that grows in salty coastal shallows, supported by tangled above-ground roots.
"Mangrove roots help protect the coastline from erosion."
noun A forest made up of such trees.
"They kayaked through the mangrove for hours, spotting herons along the way."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

mangrove in a sentence

Mangrove roots help protect the coastline from erosion.
The boat drifted slowly through a channel lined with mangroves.
They kayaked through the mangrove for hours, spotting herons along the way.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "mangrove" in French?

"mangrove" in French is palétuvier, manglier, mangrove. mangrove means: A tropical tree or shrub that grows in salty coastal shallows, supported by tangled above-ground roots.

How do you use "mangrove" in a sentence?

Example: "Mangrove roots help protect the coastline from erosion." In French, "mangrove" is palétuvier, manglier, mangrove.

Are there other ways to say "mangrove" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "mangrove": palétuvier, manglier, mangrove.

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