Brumières (en. Mists)

bry.mjɛʁ

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Land covered with low vegetation, often consisting of heather.
The moorlands stretch as far as the eye can see in this valley.
Les brumières s'étendent à perte de vue dans cette vallée.
Ecosystem characterized by acidic soils and specific plants adapted to humid conditions.
Many species of birds nest in the moorlands.
De nombreuses espèces d'oiseaux nichent dans les brumières.
Natural area where heather is predominant.
We took a walk through the moorlands in spring.
Nous avons fait une promenade à travers les brumières au printemps.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'heather', which designates a plant of acidic soil.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mists and heaths
An expression evoking a mysterious landscape.
brumes et bruyères
in the moorlands
Indicates a location in a moorland environment.
dans les brumières

Related Words

heather
Perennial plant that grows in acidic soils.
bruyère
heath
Land covered with low vegetation.
lande
ecosystem
Community of organisms living together in a given environment.
écosystème

Slang Meanings

To have a foggy mind.
I'm in the moorlands today, I don't understand anything.
Je suis dans les brumières aujourd'hui, je ne comprends rien.
To be lost, not knowing what to do.
After that news, I'm completely in the moorlands.
Après cette nouvelle, je suis complètement dans les brumières.