Chat (en. Cat)

/ʃa/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Also refers to a man in colloquial language.

That cat has a lot of charm.

Ce chat-là a beaucoup de charme.

A beloved pet known for its gentleness and independence.

My cat is very playful.

Mon chat est très joueur.

A cat can also refer to a conversational partner on the Internet.

I met a funny cat in the forum.

J'ai rencontré un chat amusant dans le forum.

From the Latin 'cattus', which itself comes from the Greek 'katta'.

to have a frog in one's throat

To have a hoarse voice.

avoir un chat dans la gorge

the cat and the mouse

A relationship of pursuit or play.

le chat et la souris

to kick the cat

To feel frustration or anger.

donner un coup de pied au chat

kitten

Young cat.

chaton

cattery

Breeding of cats.

chatterie

chatty

Light or amusing language used in discussions.

chatchat

A charming man

This guy is really a charmer.

Ce type est vraiment un chat.

At ease in social situations

He is a true charmer at parties.

Il est un vrai chat dans les soirées.