Pendants (en. Pendants)

/pɑ̃.dɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Jewelry accessory worn on the ears.
She wears beautiful gold pendants.
Elle porte de magnifiques pendants en or.
An object that hangs, suspended.
The pendants of the chandelier add a touch of elegance.
Les pendants du lustre apportent une touche d'élégance.
Symmetrical elements in fashion.
Her arm pendants add style to her outfit.
Ses pendants de bras ajoutent du style à sa tenue.

Etymology

From the verb 'to hang', related to the idea of suspension.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to its counterparts
refers to a person who has similar tastes.
à ses pendants
call pendants
documents that accompany a summons or invitation.
pendants de convocation

Related Words

to hang
To suspend something.
pendre
to suspend
To hold something in the air.
suspendre
ornament
Decorative accessory.
ornement

Slang Meanings

Refers to flair or elegance in a clothing style.
She really has flair when she dresses.
Elle a vraiment des pendants quand elle s'habille.
Used to refer to something unique or attractive.
This bag is the perfect counterpart to her outfit.
Ce sac est le pendant parfait de sa tenue.