Forget-Me-Not - Flower Names

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Forget-Me-Not

/fərˈɡɛt mi nɒt/

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Moderate

Meaning

Do not forget me

Represents loyalty, enduring love, and emotional remembrance; often used as a token of affection between loved ones separated by distance or death.

Symbolism

Embodies memory, faithfulness, and the hope that relationships and moments will not be forgotten; commonly linked to themes of eternal connection and mourning.

Etymology: Derived from the Old French phrase 'ne m'oubliez pas' meaning 'do not forget me,' which evolved into the English 'forget-me-not' by the 15th century; originally applied to the Myosotis genus of flowering plants known for their small blue flowers.

Style & Origin

traditional
gentle
english

Cultural Background

Originating in European folklore, the name has long been associated with remembrance and fidelity ac

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