Vignes (en. Vines)

viɲ

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Climbing plants of the Vitaceae family, whose fruits are grapes.
The hillside vines produce high-quality grapes.
Les vignes des coteaux produisent des raisins de haute qualité.
Land planted with vines, often used for viticulture.
The region is known for its beautiful vines.
La région est connue pour ses magnifiques vignes.
Community of vines, often in a wine-growing area.
The vines stretch as far as the eye can see in the valley.
Les vignes s'étendent à perte de vue dans la vallée.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'vinea', which means 'vine' or 'vineyard'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

virgin vine
Climbing plant that typically covers walls or fences.
vigne vierge
upright vine
Vine that grows vertically, often on a trellis.
vigne dressée
bunch of grapes
Grouping of grapes from a vine.
grappe de raisin

Related Words

wine
Alcoholic liquid made from fermented grapes.
vin
grapes
Fruits from the vine, used for consumption and wine production.
raisins
vineyard
Geographic area dedicated to vines and wine production.
vignoble

Slang Meanings

Refers to a person who particularly loves wine.
He is really into wine, he knows all the great vintages.
Il est vraiment vignes, il connaît tous les grands crus.
An evening centered around wine and good food.
We had a wine gathering at my place last weekend.
On a fait une vignes chez moi le week-end dernier.