Dessiné (en. Drawn)

de-sin-e

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is realized or presented in the form of a drawing.
This painting is well drawn.
Ce tableau est bien dessiné.
Described as an artistic creation.
The project is finally drawn.
Le projet est enfin dessiné.
Formed by lines and shapes.
A landscape drawn with care.
Un paysage dessiné avec soin.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'to draw', which comes from the Latin 'designare', meaning 'to determine, to designate'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

freehand drawing
A drawing made without measuring instruments, in a spontaneous manner.
dessiné à main levée
drawn from life
A sketch made quickly in an observational context.
dessiné sur le vif
drawn electronically
Created using graphic design software.
dessiné électroniquement

Related Words

drawing
A graphic or artistic representation on a flat surface.
dessin
illustration
An image drawn to accompany a text.
illustration
sketch
A quick drawing, often not detailed.
croquis

Slang Meanings

poorly drawn
This sketch is really poorly drawn.
Ce croquis est vraiment mal dessiné.
drawn with humor
His style is very funny, it is drawn with humor.
Son style est très drôle, il est dessiné avec humour.