Bandeau (en. Headband)

/bɑ̃.do/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A piece of fabric intended to cover or support something.
She is wearing a floral headband in her hair.
Elle porte un bandeau floral dans les cheveux.
A fashion accessory used to keep hair in place.
He puts on a headband so his hair doesn't get in his eyes.
Il se met un bandeau pour ne pas avoir les cheveux dans les yeux.
A decorative item worn on the forehead.
The rhinestone headband she is wearing is very elegant.
Le bandeau en strass qu'elle porte est très élégant.

Etymology

From Latin 'bandum', meaning band or binding.

Common Phrases and Expressions

headband
Fashion accessory worn on the head to hold hair in place.
bandeau de tête
to put on a headband
To wear or use a headband for hair.
mettre un bandeau
advertising banner
Advertising space at the top of a web page.
bandeau publicitaire

Related Words

headband
Accessory that attaches to the head to hold hair in place.
serre-tête
ribbon
Strip of fabric used to decorate or tie objects.
ruban
scrunchie
Elastic accessory for tying hair.
chouchou

Slang Meanings

A headband used for a party or event.
She put on a bright headband for the evening.
Elle a mis un bandeau lumineux pour la soirée.
Trendy headband worn in style.
All the influencers are wearing headbands right now.
Tous les influenceurs portent des bandeaux en ce moment.