eucalyptus
/ø.ka.lip.tys/masculine
The English word eucalyptus is translated into French as eucalyptus. Wiktionary also lists eucalypte.
Meaning: any of many trees of genus Eucalyptus (noun)
Ways to say it
| French | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| eucalyptus | /ø.ka.lip.tys/ | masculine |
| eucalypte | masculine |
The word refers to any of many trees of genus Eucalyptus (noun).
Which one should you use?
Both eucalyptus and eucalypte are correct spellings, but 'eucalyptus' is the more common scientific and standard spelling, while 'eucalypte' is an older, alternative spelling.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word is a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has four syllables and is pronounced /ø.ka.lip.tys/.
Did you know?
- The term 'eucalyptus' is a direct borrowing from Greek, meaning 'well-covered' or 'well-hidden', referring to the way the seed capsules are concealed.
- Although the English spelling is ubiquitous, you will often see the older spelling eucalypte on essential oil bottles in French pharmacies. It is still a common way to label medicinal products used for respiratory relief.
- In France, the word eucalyptus is often associated with the 'camphre' scent used in traditional home remedies for respiratory issues.
Examples in context
- J'ai le nez bouché. Auriez-vous de l'eucalyptus ?I have a blocked nose. You wouldn't have any eucalyptus?This sentence shows how to ask for eucalyptus when dealing with a blocked nose.Tatoeba #3273331 by nimfeo, translation #3273330 by marioo
- Parmi les instruments à vent, le didgeridoo aborigène en eucalyptus était son préféré.Among the wind instruments, the aboriginal didgeridoo made of eucalyptus was his favorite.This sentence describes a favorite wind instrument made of eucalyptus.Tatoeba #10745632 by Nyans, translation #814482 by U2FS
- Les opossums se nourrissent d'eucalyptus.Possums feed on eucalyptus trees.This sentence illustrates that possums feed on eucalyptus.Tatoeba #2296219 by Wakano, translation #825058 by Scott
- Ils ont planté plusieurs eucalyptus dans leur jardin.They planted several eucalyptus trees in their garden.
- J'aime l'odeur de l'eucalyptus dans l'air.I love the smell of eucalyptus in the air.
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Example conversation
Gabriel and Chloé are visiting a botanical garden.
- ChloéRegarde ce grand eucalyptus là-bas.Look at that large eucalyptus over there.
- GabrielOui, son écorce est très intéressante.Yes, its bark is very interesting.
- ChloéEst-ce que l'eucalyptus sent bon ?Does the eucalyptus smell good?
- GabrielOui, il a une odeur très fraîche.Yes, it has a very fresh scent.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “eucalyptus” translations and entries eucalyptus, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries eucalyptus, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
