Grand-louis (en. Grand-louis)

/ɡʁɑ̃ lwi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Type of tree often planted in public gardens.

The grand-louis is particularly appreciated for its shade in summer.

Le grand-louis est particulièrement apprécié pour son ombre en été.

An ornamental plant that grows in height.

In the park, several grand-louis have been recently pruned.

Dans le parc, plusieurs grands-louis ont été récemment taillés.

The term grand-louis comes from the combination of 'grand' and 'Louis', often referring to majesty and grandeur.

grand-louis of the parks

An expression referring to the presence of large trees in green spaces.

grand-louis des parcs

to get under a grand-louis

To seek shade or coolness under a tree.

se mettre sous un grand-louis

tree

Perennial plant that has a woody trunk.

arbre

garden

Space designed for the cultivation of plants.

jardin

A large tree that provides shade.

We could have a picnic there, in the shade of the grand-louis.

On pourrait pique-niquer là, à l'ombre du grand-louis.