Lisse (en. Smooth)

/lis/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Having a flat and even surface.
The floor of the room is smooth and well-maintained.
Le sol de la salle est lisse et bien entretenu.
Clear, without flaws.
She has smooth and radiant skin.
Elle a une peau lisse et éclatante.
Soft to the touch, pleasant.
This fabric is very smooth, perfect for a dress.
Ce tissu est très lisse, parfait pour une robe.

Etymology

From Old French 'lisse', related to Old Provençal 'lissa', meaning 'smooth, even'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a smooth voice
To have a soft and pleasant voice.
avoir une voix lisse
smooth pavement
A pavement with a uniform surface.
pavé lisse
smooth text
Text without errors, fluid and successful.
texte lisse

Related Words

to smooth
To make something smooth.
lisser
smoothness
Characteristic of being smooth.
lissité
smoothing
The action of making something smooth.
lissage

Slang Meanings

Something easy or without problems.
This project was smooth, everything went well.
Ce projet a été lisse, tout s'est bien passé.
A lifestyle without complications.
He leads a smooth life, without stress or worries.
Il mène une vie lisse, sans stress ni soucis.