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    Paire (en. Pair)

    /pɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Two identical or similar things, usually used together.
    I bought a pair of shoes.
    J'ai acheté une paire de chaussures.
    A unit of measurement that counts two elements.
    A pair of gloves is necessary for the cold.
    Une paire de gants est nécessaire pour le froid.
    A couple, often used in a social context.
    The couple won the dance as a pair.
    Le couple a gagné la danse en paire.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'paria', meaning 'two elements'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a pair of
    a set of two items.
    une paire de
    to make a pair
    to be matched or complementary.
    faire paire
    to forge a pair
    to create a bond or a connection.
    forger une paire

    Related Words

    double
    Two times, in two copies.
    double
    duo
    A group of two, often in collaboration.
    binôme

    Slang Meanings

    Pair of friends
    They are inseparable, they are a real pair of friends.
    Ils sont inséparables, c'est un vrai paire d'amis.
    Pair that is bulletproof
    They have a pair that is immune to any criticism.
    Ils ont une paire à l'épreuve de toute critique.