bouleau

birch (tree)

noun boo-LOH Rare

Origin: Gaulish *betulla, related to Latin betula 'birch'.

Usage Note

Bouleau (plural bouleaux) is one of the most recognisable trees of the French and Canadian landscape, known for its white bark. Le bouleau blanc is particularly iconic in Québec. Birch sap (la sève de bouleau) is collected in spring and sold as a health drink in France.

Examples

"Les bouleaux bordent le chemin de forêt."

Natural Translation

The birch trees line the forest path.

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