Établi (en. Established)
/eta.bli/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A sturdy work furniture, usually equipped with drawers and used to support various tools.
He built a workbench for his woodworking shop.
Il a construit un meuble établi pour son atelier de menuiserie.
An organized workspace, often reserved for specific activities.
In his workbench, he has all the machines necessary for metalworking.
Dans son établi, il a toutes les machines nécessaires pour le travail du métal.
Etymology
From the verb 'to establish', meaning to set up or found.
Common Phrases and Expressions
at the workbench
Work in progress on a specific project.
à l'établi
to work at the workbench
Being busy doing manual work.
travailler à l'établi
Related Words
to establish
To fix something in a stable state.
établir
established
State or condition of being established.
établi
Slang Meanings
To have a good workspace setup
With his new workbench, he has a great setup for DIY projects.
Avec son nouvel établi, il a un super setup pour bricoler.
To be well organized in one's workshop
His workbench is always tidy, nothing is left to chance.
Son établi est toujours en ordre, rien n'est laissé au hasard.