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    Côtés (en. Sides)

    /kɔ.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The sides refer to the lateral surfaces of an object.
    The sides of the house need to be repainted.
    Les côtés de la maison ont besoin d'être repeints.
    In geometry, a side is one of the lines that define a shape.
    This triangle has three sides.
    Ce triangle a trois côtés.
    In reference to a point of view or opinion, a side is a position or aspect on a subject.
    He took his friend's side in the argument.
    Il a pris le côté de son ami dans la dispute.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'cota', meaning 'edge' or 'flank'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    on both sides
    Means in two ways or from two perspectives.
    des deux côtés
    to be set aside
    Means to be sidelined or ignored.
    être de côté
    on one side or the other
    Used to indicate indecision or hesitation.
    d'un côté ou de l'autre

    Related Words

    side
    The edge or lateral surface of an object.
    côté
    coastal
    Related to the coast, especially coastal areas.
    côtier
    hillside
    Small rise in terrain.
    côteau

    Slang Meanings

    To have a funny side
    He always has a funny side when telling stories.
    Il a toujours un côté rigolo quand il raconte des histoires.
    To be side by side
    They are always side by side in class.
    Ils sont toujours côté à côté en classe.