enraciné
The English word 'rooted' can be translated into French as enraciné.
The term enraciné is used to express that something is firmly established or possesses deep connections. When you want to say that something is 'rooted in' something else, use the construction enraciné dans.
What does it mean word for word?
The word is formed from the prefix en- (meaning 'into' or 'in') and racine (meaning 'root').
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adjective, enraciné must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. For feminine nouns, use enracinée. For masculine plural nouns, use enracinés and for feminine plural nouns, use enracinées.
Did you know?
- While enraciné refers to being rooted, the French have a specific word déracinement to describe the traumatic feeling of being 'uprooted' from one's culture or homeland.
- The concept of being 'rooted' is central to the philosophy of Simone Weil, who used the term enracinement to argue that the need for roots is the most important need of the human soul.
- While enraciné is perfect for metaphors like 'rooted in tradition', a French speaker might use ancré (anchored) to describe a person's personality or a feeling being 'rooted' in a certain way.
Examples in context
- Une part de cette conviction est enracinée dans ma propre expérience.Part of this conviction is rooted in my own experience.This sentence shows how to express a conviction that is rooted in personal experience using enraciné.Tatoeba #481684 by sacredceltic, translation #376881 by saeb
- Je crois que l'éducation devrait être laïque et non enracinée dans la religion.I believe that education should be secular, not rooted in religion.This sentence demonstrates the use of enraciné to express that education should not be rooted in religion.Tatoeba #2130638 by sacredceltic, translation #2098858 by Chrikaru
- Nous nous rencontrons à un moment de tension entre les États-Unis et les musulmans à travers le monde – tension enracinée dans des forces historiques qui dépassent tout débat politique actuel.We meet at a time of tension between the United States and Muslims around the world – tension rooted in historical forces that go beyond any current policy debate.This sentence illustrates how tension can be described as being rooted in historical forces using enraciné.Tatoeba #481611 by sacredceltic, translation #376847 by saeb
- J'ai toujours été profondément enraciné(e) dans ma culture.I have always been deeply rooted in my culture.
- Les arbres sont solidement enracinés dans le sol.The trees are firmly rooted in the ground.
- Sa philosophie est ancrée dans le respect et la tolérance.His philosophy is rooted in respect and tolerance.
- La tradition du repas en famille est bien ancrée dans notre culture.The tradition of the family meal is deeply rooted in our culture.
- Son engagement envers ses amis est solidement ancré.Her commitment to her friends is firmly rooted.
- La tradition du vin est bien ancrée dans la culture française.The tradition of wine is deeply rooted in French culture.
- Je me suis toujours senti(e) enraciné(e) dans cette ville.I have always felt rooted in this city.
- Leur passion pour la musique est solidement ancrée en eux.Their passion for the music is firmly rooted in them.
- L'entreprise est enracinée dans des valeurs d'intégrité et d'éthique.The company is rooted in values of integrity and ethics.
Example conversation
Manon and Hugo are discussing their connection to their hometown.
- ManonEs-tu enraciné ici, Hugo ?Are you rooted here, Hugo?
- HugoOui, je me sens enraciné dans cette ville.Yes, I feel rooted in this city.
- ManonC'est une sensation très forte.It is a very strong feeling.
- HugoPour moi, c'est essentiel.For me, it is essential.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
