Droites (en. Straight)
/dʁwat/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A geometric element consisting of an infinite number of aligned points.
Parallel lines never intersect.
Les droites parallèles ne se croisent jamais.
Straight position or orientation relative to a reference point.
We walk in a straight direction.
Nous marchons dans une direction droite.
The rights and privileges granted by law.
Human rights must be respected.
Les droits de l'homme doivent être respectés.
Etymology
From the Latin 'directus', meaning 'quite straight'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in straight lines
Expresses a clear and direct situation.
dans les lignes droites
straight ahead
without deviation, in a straight line.
tout droit
right-wing woman
a woman with conservative political views.
femme de droite
Related Words
right
Describes a position without curvature.
droit
straight-line
Following a straight line.
rectiligne
alignment
Arrangement in a straight line.
alignement
Slang Meanings
To the straight
He drives straight with his car.
Il roule au straight avec sa voiture.
straight line
Let's go straight to the point.
On va droit au but.