Abeilles (en. Bees)
/a.bɛj/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Social insects of the family Apidae, known for their role in pollination.
Bees are essential for the pollination of flowers.
Les abeilles sont essentielles pour la pollinisation des fleurs.
Insects that produce honey.
Bees store their honey in hives.
Les abeilles stockent leur miel dans des ruches.
Members of a colony of bees.
Etymology
From Latin 'apis', meaning 'bee'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to make honey like a bee
To work diligently.
faire du miel comme une abeille
to have a fear of bees
To be very afraid of something harmful.
avoir une peur des abeilles
Related Words
hive
Habitat of bees.
ruche
honey
Sweet product made by bees.
miel
pollination
Process by which pollen is transferred.
pollinisation
Slang Meanings
To work hard
He works like a bee to succeed.
Il travaille comme une abeille pour réussir.
Constant buzzing
There was a buzz of bees in the room.
Il y avait un bourdonnement d'abeilles dans la pièce.