Fendu (en. Split)

/fɑ̃.dy/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which has a slit or division.
The branch of the tree was split by the storm.
La branche de l'arbre est fendue par la tempête.
Which is open or divided in two.
She has a dress split on the side.
Elle a un robe fendue sur le côté.
Referring to an object that has undergone deformation.
The vase is split and can no longer hold water.
Le vase est fendu et ne peut plus contenir d'eau.

Etymology

From the verb 'fendre', which means to cut or divide.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Split in two
Cut or divided into two parts.
fendu en deux
To be split
To be damaged or deteriorated.
être fendu
To split the air
To move quickly while making noise.
fendre l'air

Related Words

To split
To divide or cut something.
fendre
Slit
Opening or division in an object.
fente
Splitter
Person or tool that splits.
fendeur

Slang Meanings

To be high in the figurative sense, usually related to alcohol or drugs.
He was completely split after the party.
Il était complètement fendu après la soirée.
To be very tired or exhausted.
After the marathon, I am really split.
Après le marathon, je suis vraiment fendu.