This is the 2601st most frequent French word.
maple
"Maple" in French is "érable," referring to a type of tree known for its distinctive leaves and sap used to make syrup.
The word 'érable' refers to 'maple' as the type of tree producing syrup, indicating its direct association with food.
J'ai acheté un sirop d'érable délicieux au marché.
I bought a delicious maple syrup at the market.
Here, 'érable' denotes the tree itself and its characteristic leaves, highlighting the seasonal aesthetic value.
Les feuilles d'érable sont magnifiques en automne.
Maple leaves are beautiful in autumn.
The use of 'érables' in this sentence represents the tree species significant for the cultural and geographic identity of Canada, connecting natural and cultural elements.