tidal

raz-de-marée

Commonly refers to a large, destructive ocean wave, often a tsunami, but can also refer to a large wave caused by tides.

énergie marémotrice

A form of hydropower that converts the energy obtained from tides into useful forms of power, mainly electricity.

Une forme d'hydroélectricité qui convertit l'énergie obtenue des marées en formes d'énergie utiles, principalement de l'électricité.

The movement of water caused by the rise and fall of the tide.

An abnormal rise in sea level generated by a storm, over and above the predicted astronomical tides.

force de marée

The gravitational force exerted by a celestial body that causes tides on another body.

La force gravitationnelle exercée par un corps céleste qui provoque des marées sur un autre corps.

rivière à marée

A river whose flow and level are influenced by tides.

Une rivière dont le débit et le niveau sont influencés par les marées.

Refers to a creek whose flow and level are influenced by tides.

A marsh found along rivers, coasts and estuaries which is flooded and drained by the salt water brought in by the tides.

estran

An area of sand or mud that is covered by the sea at high tide and uncovered at low tide.

Une zone de sable ou de vase couverte par la mer à marée haute et découverte à marée basse.