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    Coudes (en. Elbows)

    /kud/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Joint that connects the forearm to the upper arm.
    She injured her elbows when she fell.
    Elle s'est blessée au coudes en tombant.
    Part of the human body located at that spot.
    He has scars on his elbows from his falls.
    Il a des cicatrices sur les coudes à cause de ses chutes.
    Expression indicating a position or movement.
    He likes to rest his elbows on the table.
    Il aime se reposer les coudes sur la table.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'cubitum', meaning 'elbow'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to lean on one's elbows
    To work hard or be very busy.
    tirer sur les coudes
    to be on one's elbows
    To be tired or worn out.
    être sur les coudes
    to bend on one's elbows
    To lean or rest on one's elbows.
    se plier sur les coudes

    Related Words

    elbow
    Joint between the forearm and the arm.
    coude
    forearm
    Part of the arm between the elbow and the wrist.
    avant-bras
    arm
    Upper limb of the human body.
    bras

    Slang Meanings

    To have difficulty bending or curving.
    That old guy really struggles with his elbows.
    Ce vieux type a vraiment du mal avec ses coudes.
    To take up too much space.
    He’s always getting himself on his elbows on the couch.
    Il est toujours en train de se mettre sur les coudes dans le canapé.