Ombrages (en. Shadows)
/ɔ̃.bʁaʒ/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
The dark area produced by an object that prevents light from reaching a surface.
The shades of the trees create a cool place in summer.
Les ombrages des arbres créent un endroit frais pendant l'été.
A shade or a darker tone added to a color.
The artist used shades to give relief to his painting.
L'artiste a utilisé des ombrages pour donner du relief à son tableau.
A concept in art and design that refers to the use of shadows.
Shades play a crucial role in the perception of depth.
Les ombrages jouent un rôle crucial dans la perception de la profondeur.
Etymology
From the Latin 'umbra' meaning shadow.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be in the shadow
To be in a state of discretion or invisibility.
être dans l'ombre
to overshadow someone
To eclipse someone by taking more attention.
faire de l'ombre à quelqu'un
to cut the shades
To reduce the importance or influence of something.
couper les ombrages
Related Words
shadow
Reduced light area.
ombre
chiaroscuro
Artistic technique using contrasts between light and shadow.
clair-obscur
nuance
Subtle variation of color.
nuance
Slang Meanings
To make shadows (figuratively)
He knows how to make shadows, he never shows too much.
Il sait faire des ombrages, il ne se montre jamais trop.
To cast shadows
She casts shadows on her rivals with her charm.
Elle tire des ombrages sur ses rivales avec son charme.