French translation of ebony is 
bois d’ébène

Meaning of "ebony" in English

Ebony refers to a dense black hardwood, known for its fine texture and smooth finish. This durable wood is prized for its deep black color and is commonly used in fine woodworking, musical instruments, and ornamental carvings. Additionally, "ebony" has come to describe anything of deep black color, reflecting the wood's distinctive hue. Historically significant, ebony wood was traded widely, and its rarity and beauty have made it a symbol of luxury and elegance throughout various cultures and time periods.

Meaning of "bois d’ébène" in French

In French, "bois d’ébène" is the term used to describe the same dense and richly colored black hardwood, ebony, known for its high value and distinctive dark appearance. This type of wood is highly sought after for crafting luxury items, musical instruments, and intricately detailed carvings. The phrase "bois d’ébène" can also metaphorically refer to anything that possesses a deep, lustrous black shade. Culturally, it holds a similar prestige in French-speaking regions as it does worldwide, symbolizing elegance and sophistication.

Pronunciation of "ebony" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈeb.ə.ni/

The word "ebony" is generally pronounced the same across various English-speaking regions, though subtle variations in accent might occur. In some dialects, the final syllable may sound more like "nee" rather than "ni." However, these differences do not significantly alter the pronunciation in a way that affects understanding.

Pronunciation of "bois d’ébène" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /bwa d‿e.bɛn/

The pronunciation of "bois d’ébène" generally remains consistent across French-speaking regions. However, in certain dialects or accents, the pronunciation of "é" might slightly vary in its openness, or the blending of "bois d'" might be more rapidly articulated. These minor differences are typically regional and do not affect overall comprehension.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The ebony piano was a centerpiece in the room.
   (Le piano en bois d'ébène était le centre de la pièce.)

2. She admired the shine of the ebony sculpture.
   (Elle admirait la brillance de la sculpture en bois d'ébène.)

3. His eyes were as dark as ebony.
   (Ses yeux étaient noirs comme le bois d'ébène.)

4. They crafted the chess pieces from ebony wood.
   (Ils ont fabriqué les pièces d'échecs en bois d'ébène.)

5. The guitar was made of ebony for a rich sound.
   (La guitare était faite de bois d'ébène pour un son riche.)

6. The ornate box was inlaid with ebony.
   (La boîte ornée était incrustée de bois d'ébène.)

7. She wore a dress the color of ebony.
   (Elle portait une robe de la couleur du bois d'ébène.)

8. The statue's ebony finish gave it a majestic look.
   (La finition en bois d'ébène de la statue lui donnait un aspect majestueux.)

9. Ebony was often used in royal furniture.
   (Le bois d'ébène était souvent utilisé dans les meubles royaux.)

10. The bird had an ebony plumage that shimmered in the light.
    (L'oiseau avait un plumage d'ébène qui scintillait à la lumière.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "ebony" in English

Synonyms: black, dark, jet, onyx, sable, inky, raven, coal.

Antonyms: white, pale, light.

Similar Words: obsidian, night, shadow, charcoal.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "bois d’ébène" in French

Synonyms: ébène, bois noir.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: bois sombre, noir profond.

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