Chaperon (en. Chaperone)

/ʃapeʁɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Head covering, often made of fabric, worn on the head.

She wore a red hood that suited her very well.

Elle portait un chaperon rouge qui lui allait très bien.

A person who accompanies a young girl to ensure her safety.

The chaperon was always present during outings.

Le chaperon était toujours présent lors des sorties.

Hood or cap attached to a garment.

The hood of her cloak protected her from the cold.

Le chaperon de sa cape la protégeait du froid.

From Old French 'chaperon', diminutive of 'chape', meaning a coat or cape.

to be under someone's wing

To be protected or guided by someone.

être sous le chaperon de quelqu'un

red riding hood

Reference to the folk tale, symbolizing innocence.

chaperon rouge

chape

Coat or garment that covers the body.

chape

capuche

Part of a garment that covers the head.

capuche

care

Protection or attention given to someone.

care

Refers to a person who supervises or protects in an informal context.

He is my chaperon at the parties, he makes sure everything goes well.

Il est mon chaperon lors des fêtes, il s'assure que tout se passe bien.

Used to describe someone who is very protective.

My brother is a real chaperon, he never lets me go out without him.

Mon frère est un vrai chaperon, il ne me laisse jamais sortir sans lui.