No. 8,767 in French
berceaux
"Berceaux" means "cradles" in English.
In a sentence
Les berceaux des bébés étaient joliment décorés.
The cradles of the babies were beautifully decorated.
Referring to beds or cradles where infants can be safely placed, used concretely in describing furniture.
Les montagnes sont les berceaux des rivières.
The mountains are the cradles of the rivers.
Used metaphorically to describe the origin or source of rivers, emphasizing the nurturing or origin aspect.
Ce village est l'un des berceaux de la culture française.
This village is one of the cradles of French culture.
Utilized figuratively to indicate a source or birthplace of culture, highlighting historical importance.
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