Mobilier (en. Furniture)

/mɔ.bi.lje/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Object or set of objects used to arrange a space.
The furniture in this office is very modern.
Le mobilier de ce bureau est très moderne.
Furnishings of a house or commercial establishment.
The furniture in their living room is very chic.
Le mobilier de leur salon est très chic.
School or medical furniture.
The furniture in this school needs to be renewed.
Le mobilier dans cette école a besoin d'être renouvelé.

Etymology

From Latin mobilis, meaning 'that which can move'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

street furniture
Elements of furniture visible in public spaces, such as benches, streetlights, etc.
mobilier urbain
comfortable furniture
Furniture designed to provide a high level of comfort.
mobilier confortable
custom-made furniture
Furniture made specifically according to the client's needs.
mobilier sur mesure

Related Words

furnishing
The action of equipping a space with furniture.
ameublement
piece of furniture
An object that is used to arrange a space.
meuble
layout
Coordinated arrangement of furniture in a space.
agencement

Slang Meanings

Cheap furniture
I found cheap furniture at IKEA.
J'ai trouvé un mobilier bon marché chez IKEA.
Vintage furniture
I love the vintage furniture that my grandmother gave me.
J'adore le mobilier vintage que ma grand-mère m'a donné.