Ondulations (en. Ripples)

/ɔ̃dyla.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Gentle and continuous movement, often associated with waves.

The undulations of the water create a fascinating reflection.

Les ondulations de l'eau créent un reflet fascinant.

Shapes or patterns that repeat in a wavy design.

The undulations of the sculpture add a dynamic dimension.

Les ondulations de la sculpture ajoutent une dimension dynamique.

Successive variations in a surface or movement.

The undulation of the flag in the wind was beautiful.

L'ondulation du drapeau au vent était magnifique.

From the Latin 'undulatio', meaning wave motion.

voice undulations

Modulations and variations in the tone of voice.

ondulations de la voix

waves and undulations

Concepts related to fluid movements in water or air.

ondes et ondulations

the undulations of thought

Refers to changes in perspective or ideas.

les ondulations de la pensée

undulate

Verb meaning to make undulations or vibrate.

onduler

wave

Regular and repetitive movement in a medium.

onde

wavy back

Expression to describe a wavy or curved shape.

dos ondulé

Unpredictable mood movements or changes.

His way of speaking has undulations; you never know what he thinks.

Sa façon de parler a des ondulations, on ne sait jamais ce qu'il pense.

A style or trend that frequently changes.

This look has undulations; it evolves constantly.

Ce look a des ondulations, il évolue sans cesse.