Bracelet (en. Bracelet)

/bʁas.lɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A decorative object worn around the wrist.
She wears a gold bracelet.
Elle porte un bracelet en or.
An accessory that can serve utilitarian purposes, such as an identification bracelet.
The bracelet indicates her blood type.
Le bracelet indique son groupe sanguin.
A piece of jewelry that can hold specific elements, such as charms.
He added several charms to his bracelet.
Il a ajouté plusieurs charms à son bracelet.

Etymology

From Old French 'bracel', from 'bracchium' in Latin, meaning 'arm'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

watch bracelet
Bracelet used to secure a watch.
bracelet de montre
identification bracelet
Bracelet that contains identification information.
bracelet d'identification
leather bracelet
Bracelet made of leather.
bracelet en cuir

Related Words

jewelry
Decorative object worn on the body.
bijou
necklace
Jewelry worn around the neck.
collier
ring
Jewelry worn on a finger.
bague

Slang Meanings

Casual style bracelet.
This casual bracelet is perfect for summer.
Ce bracelet décontracté est parfait pour l'été.
fashion bracelet.
She has a fashion bracelet that impresses everyone.
Elle a un bracelet fashion qui impressionne tout le monde.