Casques (en. Helmets)

/kask/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A rigid object worn on the head to protect against impacts.
Workers must wear safety helmets on the construction site.
Les ouvriers doivent porter des casques de sécurité sur le chantier.
An accessory used to listen to music or other sounds.
He listens to his favorite songs with his new headphones.
Il écoute ses chansons préférées avec ses nouveaux casques.

Etymology

From old French 'casque', derived from Latin 'cascus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have headphones on
To be very focused on another subject, often because of the music.
avoir des casques sur les oreilles
to put on a helmet
To protect one's head with a helmet.
mettre un casque

Related Words

protection
Object or device to ensure safety.
protecție
accessory
Object added to something for decoration or functionality.
accessoire

Slang Meanings

Headphones or audio headsets.
I took my headphones to listen to music on the train.
J'ai pris mes casques pour écouter de la musique dans le train.
motorcycle helmet.
He has a stylish helmet for his motorcycle.
Il a un casque stylé pour sa moto.