Floraison (en. Bloom)

/flɔ.ʁɛ.zɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Phase of a plant's life during which it produces flowers.
The blooming of cherry trees in spring is a magnificent spectacle.
La floraison des cerisiers au printemps est un spectacle magnifique.
Appearance of flowers on a shrub or plant.
The bloom of this shrub attracts many pollinators.
La floraison de cet arbuste attire de nombreux pollinisateurs.
Moment when an idea or project begins to take shape.
Her flowering as an artist took place during her exhibition in Paris.
Sa floraison en tant qu'artiste a eu lieu lors de son exposition à Paris.

Etymology

The word 'floraison' comes from the Latin 'floratio', which means 'flowering'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be in bloom
To be in full swing or development.
être en floraison
early bloom
Appearance of flowers earlier than normal.
floraison précoce
late bloom
Appearance of flowers later than normal.
floraison tardive

Related Words

flower
Reproductive organ of flowering plants.
fleur
floristics
Study of flowers and flora.
floristique
florimeter
Measurement instrument for the quantity of flowers.
florimètre

Slang Meanings

Moment of happiness and blossoming.
This period of his life is his true bloom.
Cette période de sa vie est sa vraie floraison.
Sudden appearance of success or popularity.
His latest album marked his bloom in the music world.
Son dernier album a marqué sa floraison dans le monde de la musique.