Combinaisons (en. Combinations)

/kɔ̃.bɛ.na.zɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A set of several associated elements.
She has several color combinations for her decoration.
Elle a plusieurs combinaisons de couleurs pour sa décoration.
A unified garment, often worn as a single piece.
She bought a jumpsuit for the evening.
Elle a acheté une combinaison pour la soirée.
Arrangement or layout of several things.
The combinations of numbers in the lottery are random.
Les combinaisons de chiffres au loto sont aléatoires.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'combine' with the suffix '-ation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

winning combinations
A set of choices that leads to success.
combinaisons gagnantes
make combinations
To mix or match different elements to achieve a desired effect.
faire des combinaisons
to be in combinations
To be in the process of planning or preparing something.
être dans les combinaisons

Related Words

combination
The action of combining.
combinaison
combinatorial
Related to the combination of elements.
combinatoire

Slang Meanings

A set of styles of dressing.
He always has stylish combinations.
Il a toujours des combinaisons stylées.
Game combinations or bets.
Players look for the best combinations to win.
Les joueurs cherchent les meilleures combinaisons pour gagner.