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    Décorations (en. Decorations)

    /de.kɔ.ʁa.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Decorative elements set up to beautify a place.
    The Christmas decorations beautify the house.
    Les décorations de Noël embellissent la maison.
    Honorific distinctions awarded to a person.
    He received several decorations for his service in the army.
    Il a reçu plusieurs décorations pour son service dans l'armée.
    Ornaments used during special events.
    The wedding decorations were magnificent.
    Les décorations du mariage étaient magnifiques.

    Etymology

    The word 'decoration' comes from the Latin 'decoratio', which means 'the action of decorating'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make decorations
    To create or set up decorative elements.
    faire des décorations
    party decor
    Decorations specifically for a celebration.
    déco de fête
    all the decor
    The set of decorative elements in a space.
    toute la déco

    Related Words

    decorate
    The action of adding ornaments or embellishments.
    décorer
    decorative
    That serves to decorate.
    décoratif
    decor
    The set of decorative elements of a place.
    décor

    Slang Meanings

    Deco
    For the evening, we made some nice decor.
    Pour la soirée, on a fait une déco sympa.
    Decor chips
    These decor chips are really stylish for the party.
    Ces chips à décor sont vraiment stylées pour la fête.