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    Muscles (en. Muscles)

    /mys.kl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Organ of the body that enables movement.
    It is important to strengthen one's muscles to improve sports performance.
    Il est important de renforcer ses muscles pour améliorer la performance sportive.
    Physical strength.
    He has impressive muscles thanks to his regular training.
    Il a des muscles impressionnants grâce à son entraînement régulier.
    Group of muscle fibers.
    The muscles of the arms are often engaged during weightlifting.
    Les muscles des bras sont souvent sollicités lors de l'haltérophilie.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'musculus', which means 'little mouse', referring to the shape of muscles under the skin.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have muscles
    To be muscular or have an athletic build.
    avoir des muscles
    prominent muscles
    Well-developed and visible muscles.
    muscles saillants
    to strengthen one's voice
    To strengthen the intonation and tone of one's voice.
    muscler sa voix

    Related Words

    weight training
    Training aimed at developing muscle mass.
    musculation
    tendons
    Connective tissues that link muscles to bones.
    tendons
    strength
    The ability to exert pressure or tension.
    force

    Slang Meanings

    Big arms
    He is known for having big arms thanks to his weight training sessions.
    Il est connu pour avoir de gros bras grâce à ses séances de musculation.
    Concrete
    With his muscles, he is as tough as concrete.
    Avec ses muscles, il est aussi dur que du béton.