French word

nid

Pronunciation

IPA/ni/

Meaning

  • masculine nounnest

Example

L'oiseau a construit un nid dans l'arbre.

The bird built a nest in the tree.

Illustration for nid (nest)

More examples

Les enfants ont trouvé un nid d'oiseau sous la gouttière.

The children found a bird's nest under the gutter.

Core concept

A constructed refuge that holds an animal's eggs and young above or within a natural setting.

Common phrases

  • un nid d'oiseau

    a bird's nest

  • construire un nid

    build a nest

  • un nid douillet

    a cozy nest

Similar words

abri: A basic shelter that provides protection from rain and wind.
maison: A building intended for residence and daily living.
foyer: The family household as the center of everyday life.

Definition in French

Structure que certains animaux, surtout les oiseaux, aménagent pour y déposer des œufs et élever leurs jeunes, souvent construite avec des brindilles, des plumes ou de la boue.

Word origin

Nid is an inherited French word from Latin nidus, transmitted through earlier French while retaining its original nest-related meaning.

Usage tips

  • French uses nid in expressions such as nid douillet for a cozy home and nid-de-poule for a pothole.

Other meanings

  • burrownoun
  • dennoun

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