Carrure (en. Build)

/kaʁyʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Definition: Width measured between the shoulders.

Example_sentence: His build gives him a commanding presence.

Sa carrure lui donne une présence imposante.

Definition: The way a piece of furniture is constructed, relating to its structure.

Example_sentence: The build of this table is sturdy and well-designed.

La carrure de cette table est robuste et bien conçue.

Definition: Physique or silhouette of a person, particularly regarding shoulder width.

Example_sentence: He has an athletic build after years of sports.

Il a une carrure athlétique après des années de sport.

Etymology_origin: The word 'build' comes from the Latin 'carrura', derived from 'carrus' meaning 'cart' or 'wagon'.

Common_phrase: to have a broad build

Common_phrase: to be well-built or muscular.

avoir une large carrure

Common_phrase: a champion's build

Common_phrase: an impressive physique, often associated with sporting success.

une carrure de champion

Common_phrase: to have a modest build

Common_phrase: to have an ordinary or unremarkable physical appearance.

avoir une carrure modeste

Related_word: built

Related_word: description: refers to a person who has a broad and muscular build.

bâté

Related_word: silhouette

Related_word: description: overall shape of a person's body.

silhouette

Related_word: suit

Related_word: description: clothing that can accentuate a person's build.

costume

Slang_meaning: to have substance

Slang_example: He really has substance with his build.

Il a vraiment du coffre avec sa carrure.

Slang_meaning: appearance

Slang_example: His appearance and build attract all the attention.

Sa dégaine et sa carrure attirent tous les regards.