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    Carreau (en. Tile)

    /ka.ʁo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A tile is a generally flat and square-shaped construction element used for flooring or wall coverings.
    The ceramic tiles in the bathroom are very elegant.
    Les carreaux de céramique dans la salle de bain sont très élégants.
    An empty space (like a square on a chessboard or checkerboard).
    He placed his pawn on the black tile of the board.
    Il a placé son pion sur le carreau noir du plateau.
    A musical note played at a specific pitch.
    He decorated his composition with musical tiles.
    Il a décoré son composition avec des carreaux musicaux.

    Etymology

    The word 'carreau' comes from the Latin 'quadratum', meaning 'square'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have checkered patterns
    to wear glasses, often with a checkered pattern.
    avoir des carreaux
    game tile
    a square where a game is played, typically a chessboard.
    carreau de jeu
    laying tiles
    the act of placing tiles on a floor or wall.
    pose de carreaux

    Related Words

    square
    geometric shape with four equal sides.
    carré
    tiler
    the action of covering with tiles.
    carrele
    tile cutter
    tool used for cutting tiles.
    carrelette

    Slang Meanings

    Tile (related to a checkered pattern)
    He dressed in a checkered shirt.
    Il s'est habillé avec une chemise à carreaux.
    Tile (used in the context of a victory or a good shot in sports)
    He made a tile by shooting the basket.
    Il a fait un carreau en tirant au panier.