This is the 8767th most frequent French word.
berceaux
"Berceaux" means "cradles" in English.
Referring to beds or cradles where infants can be safely placed, used concretely in describing furniture.
Les berceaux des bébés étaient joliment décorés.
The cradles of the babies were beautifully decorated.
Used metaphorically to describe the origin or source of rivers, emphasizing the nurturing or origin aspect.
Les montagnes sont les berceaux des rivières.
The mountains are the cradles of the rivers.
Utilized figuratively to indicate a source or birthplace of culture, highlighting historical importance.