Coupée (en. Cut off)
/ku.pe/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Action of cutting or effect of the cut.
The haircut transformed her appearance.
La coupée des cheveux a transformé son apparence.
Part that has been cut.
She saved the leftover cake for later.
Elle a gardé la coupée de la gâteau pour plus tard.
A phenomenon related to separation or division.
The cut in the ground created a dangerous area.
La coupée dans le sol a créé une zone dangereuse.
Etymology
From the verb "to cut," with the suffix -ée indicating the action or the result.
Common Phrases and Expressions
haircut
Action of cutting hair.
coupée de cheveux
blunt cut
To abruptly end something.
coupée franche
clean cut
A clear separation.
coupée nette
Related Words
to cut
Action of dividing something with a sharp tool.
couper
cut
Striking or a sudden separation.
coup
section
A distinct part of a whole.
section
Slang Meanings
To make a bold cut.
He made a cut on his car for a sportier look.
Il a fait une coupée sur sa voiture pour un look plus sportif.
To have a trendy haircut.
Since his haircut, he receives many compliments.
Depuis sa coupée, il reçoit beaucoup de compliments.