Verdure (en. Greenery)

/vɛʁ.dyʁ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
State of plants and leaves that are green and lush.
The greenery of the forests in summer is impressive.
La verdure des forêts en été est impressionnante.
Green color, synonymous with freshness and vitality.
The greenery of the fields reminds me of my childhood.
La verdure des champs me rappelle mon enfance.
Fresh vegetation, lushness of nature.
This valley is full of greenery in spring.
Cette vallée est pleine de verdure au printemps.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'viridura', which means 'that which is green'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to lose oneself in the greenery
To find oneself in a natural and bucolic environment.
se perdre dans la verdure
a landscape of greenery
A landscape characterized by its abundant vegetation.
un paysage de verdure
to enjoy the greenery
To take advantage of or appreciate the surrounding nature.
profiter de la verdure

Related Words

aventure
The act of discovering or exploring the greenery.
avanture
nature
The entirety of the flora and fauna that composes a natural environment.
nature
garden
Cultivated space where one finds greenery.
jardin

Slang Meanings

Used to talk about summer and nature.
We're going for a walk in the greenery, it's going to be great!
On va se balader dans la verdure, ça va être super !
Evokes a relaxing and natural atmosphere.
This place really has beautiful greenery, perfect for relaxing.
Cet endroit a vraiment une belle verdure, parfait pour se détendre.