Drapeaux (en. Flags)

/dʁa.pø/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Flags are emblems that represent nations or organizations.

The flags flutter in the wind during celebrations.

Les drapeaux flottent au vent pendant les célébrations.

Flags can be used to signal events or alerts.

Red flags indicate danger on the beach.

Les drapeaux rouges indiquent un danger sur la plage.

They are often used during sporting competitions.

Each country has its own flag during the Olympic Games.

Chaque pays a son propre drapeau lors des Jeux Olympiques.

From the Old French 'drapeau', of uncertain origin but possibly of Germanic origin.

Raise the flag

Signifies for a nation or organization to proudly display its symbol.

lever le drapeau

Lower the flag to half-mast

Expresses mourning or respect for the dead.

mettre le drapeau en berne

White flag

Symbolizes surrender or peace.

drapeau blanc

Banner

A type of flag often used in celebratory contexts.

bannière

Pennant

A small flag, often used for sporting events.

fanion

Standard

A flag bearing coats of arms or religious symbols.

étendard

Gay pride flag

We celebrate diversity with the multicolored flag.

On célèbre la diversité avec le drapeau multicolore.

Raise the flag in a conflict situation

As tensions rose, they decided to raise the flag to negotiate.

Lorsque les tensions montaient, ils ont décidé de lever le drapeau pour négocier.