camomille
The French word for chamomile is camomille.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun camomille is feminine, so it is preceded by the feminine article la (e.g., la camomille).
Did you know?
- While la camomille refers to the herb, the word chamomile in English actually shares the same ancient Greek root as the French term, meaning 'ground apple'.
- The word camomille is often grouped with tilleul (linden) in French culture as the two quintessential 'relaxing' infusions of the household.
- The French term infusion de camomille is preferred over thé de camomille because the French strictly define 'tea' as coming from the Camellia sinensis plant.
Examples in context
- La camomille pousse ici.The chamomile grows here.This sentence shows the chamomile plant growing in a specific location.Tatoeba #12033261 by Ahha, translation #12033245 by Ahha
- Je voudrais une camomille.I want a chamomile tea.This sentence is useful for ordering a chamomile tea.Tatoeba #381949 by Pharamp, translation #838785 by Scott
- La camomille est une plante apaisante.Chamomile is a soothing plant.
- Les fleurs de camomille ont une agréable odeur.Chamomile flowers have a pleasant scent.
- Cette camomille a une bonne odeur.This chamomile smells good.
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Emma and Gabriel are in a tea shop.
- EmmaGabriel, tu veux une infusion à la camomille ?Gabriel, do you want a chamomile infusion?
- GabrielOui, merci Emma, j'ai besoin de me détendre.Yes, thanks Emma, I need to relax.
- EmmaLa camomille est parfaite pour ça.Chamomile is perfect for that.
- GabrielC'est vrai, elle est très apaisante.It's true, it is very soothing.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
