Noué (en. Tied)

[nwe]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adjective

Definition: Describes an element that has been tied or held by a knot.

Example Sentence: The pieces of rope are knotted together.

Les morceaux de corde sont noués ensemble.

Definition: Describes a complex or difficult problem to solve.

Example Sentence: This file is really knotted; it will take us time to untangle it.

Ce dossier est vraiment noué, il nous faudra du temps pour le dénouer.

Definition: Describes an intimate relationship, often involving strong bonds.

Example Sentence: They have been friends with a strong bond for years.

Ils ont une amitié bien nouée depuis des années.

Etymology/Origin: From the verb 'to knot', coming from the Latin 'nubere', meaning 'to bind'.

Phrase: to form ties

Meaning: To establish relationships

nouer des liens

Phrase: to be in a knotted situation

Meaning: To be in a complicated situation

être dans une situation nouée

Related Word: knot

Description: A connection formed by crossing and tightening ropes.

nœud

Related Word: knotting

Description: The action of forming a knot.

nouage

Slang Meaning: To be in a complicated situation.

Slang Example: He is really knotted up with all these problems.

Il est vraiment noué avec tous ces problèmes.

Slang Meaning: To have close ties with someone.

Slang Example: We are so knotted together; we understand each other without speaking.

On est tellement noués, on se comprend sans se parler.