Sylvan: meaning, definitions and examples

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sylvan

 

[ หˆsษชlvษ™n ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

forest-related

The term 'sylvan' relates to or is characteristic of woods or forests. It often conveys a sense of tranquility and the natural beauty associated with forested areas. 'Sylvan' can describe the atmosphere of a place that is peaceful and lush with trees. In literature and art, it frequently evokes images of idyllic woodland scenery.

Synonyms

forest-like, lush, wooded

Examples of usage

  • The sylvan beauty of the valley captured my heart.
  • They spent the afternoon walking through the sylvan paths of the park.

Translations

Translations of the word "sylvan" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น silvestre

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคจเฅเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช waldig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hutan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปั–ัะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ leล›ny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฃฎๆž—ใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sylvain

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sylvรกnico

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ormanlฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ˆฒ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบุงุจูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lesnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lesnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฃฎๆž—็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gozdni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skรณgar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพั€ะผะฐะฝะดั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒฃแƒœแƒ˜แƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒกแƒ˜แƒขแƒ”แƒขแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ meลŸษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sylvรกnico

Etymology

The word 'sylvan' originates from the Latin 'silva', which means 'forest' or 'wood'. This root is also the basis for various terms in romance languages, reflecting the importance of forests in European culture and ecology. 'Sylvan' entered the English language in the 15th century, primarily to describe landscapes or depictions in art that feature woodland settings. Over time, it expanded to encompass not only the physical characteristics of forests but also the feelings of tranquility and enchantment they evoke. The term has been used by poets and writers to evoke a sense of nostalgia and an appreciation for the serene and primitive aspects of nature.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,319, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.