Definition of the word peony

Pronunciation of vocabulary peony

peonynoun

hoa mẫu đơn

/ˈpiːəni//ˈpiːəni/

Origin of the word peony

The word "peony" is derived from the Greek word "paeon" which was used to describe a mythological figure named Paeon, who was believed to be a physician in ancient Greek legend. In the story, Paeon was seeking the Muses' help to heal the King of Macedon, and in return, the Muses granted his wish, allowing him to learn the art of medicinal healing. Later on, the name "Paeon" became associated with a type of plant that was known for its medicinal properties in ancient Greece. The Latin name for the peony plant is "Paeonia," which is believed to have been derived from the Greek word "paeon." The English word "peony" originated from the French word "paysanne," which roughly translates to "countrywoman," as the peony plant was believed to have originated in villages in the Kingdom of France during the Middle Ages. Over time, the meaning of the word "peony" evolved, and now it refers to a type of flowering plant that is commonly cultivated for its large, showy blooms, rather than for its medicinal properties. The peony plant is native to China but has been widely cultivated in Europe, Asia, and North America since ancient times.

Vocabulary summary peony

typenoun

meaning(botany) peony

meaningpeony

Example of vocabulary peonynamespace

  • The garden was bursting with colorful peonies in shades of pink, red, and white.

    Khu vườn tràn ngập những bông hoa mẫu đơn đầy màu sắc với các sắc hồng, đỏ và trắng.

  • The fragrant peonies added a romantic touch to the ceremony as the bride walked down the aisle.

    Những bông mẫu đơn thơm ngát tạo thêm nét lãng mạn cho buổi lễ khi cô dâu bước xuống lối đi.

  • The peonies in the vase on the windowsill created a stunning display of soft, pastel hues.

    Những bông hoa mẫu đơn trong chiếc bình trên bệ cửa sổ tạo nên màn trình diễn tuyệt đẹp với tông màu pastel nhẹ nhàng.

  • The peonies in the bridal bouquet complemented the ivory dress and veil perfectly.

    Những bông hoa mẫu đơn trong bó hoa cưới kết hợp hoàn hảo với chiếc váy cưới màu ngà và mạng che mặt.

  • As the wind picked up, the peonies swayed gently in the air, creating a serene, ethereal scene.

    Khi gió nổi lên, hoa mẫu đơn đung đưa nhẹ nhàng trong không khí, tạo nên một khung cảnh thanh bình, nhẹ nhàng.

  • The florist arranged the peonies in a delicate, cascading style, reminiscent of a waterfall of petals.

    Người bán hoa đã sắp xếp những bông hoa mẫu đơn theo phong cách tinh tế, đổ xuống, gợi nhớ đến một thác cánh hoa.

  • The bright orange peony stood out in the sea of pastels, adding a striking pop of color to the arrangement.

    Hoa mẫu đơn màu cam tươi nổi bật giữa biển hoa màu phấn, tạo thêm điểm nhấn màu sắc ấn tượng cho bó hoa.

  • The garden is filled with plump, juicy peonies that beckon you to take a closer look.

    Khu vườn tràn ngập những bông mẫu đơn căng mọng, mọng nước, mời gọi bạn đến ngắm nhìn kỹ hơn.

  • The peonies in the park seemed to glow in the golden hour light, as the sun began to set.

    Những bông hoa mẫu đơn trong công viên dường như tỏa sáng trong ánh sáng vàng khi mặt trời bắt đầu lặn.

  • The peonies in the garden were so lush and vibrant that they almost looked unreal, like a painting come to life.

    Những bông hoa mẫu đơn trong vườn tươi tốt và rực rỡ đến nỗi trông chúng gần như không thực, giống như một bức tranh sống động.

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