Phoques (en. Seals)

/fɔk/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A group of marine mammals that primarily live in cold waters.

Seals often rest on rocks.

Les phoques se reposent souvent sur les rochers.

They are distinguished by their streamlined body and flippers.

The grey seal is one of the most common species.

Le phoque gris est l'une des espèces les plus communes.

Seals are carnivores that feed on fish and crustaceans.

A seal can dive to great depths to catch its food.

Un phoque peut plonger à grande profondeur pour attraper sa nourriture.

From the Latin word 'phoca', which means 'seals' or 'seal'.

to act like a seal

To act clumsily or for comedic purposes.

faire le phoque

to save a seal

To protect someone or something in a difficult situation.

sauver un phoque

to have a seal-like look

To have a round and cheerful face.

avoir un air de phoque

phocid

Member of the seal family.

phocidé

sea lion

Another type of marine mammal similar to the seal.

sea lion

marine

Related to the sea.

marin

An affectionate term used to refer to a friend or companion.

Hi my seal, how are you?

Salut mon phoque, ça va ?

Used to describe someone who is a bit naive or innocent.

Don't be a seal, be careful with your choice of friends.

Ne sois pas un phoque, fais attention au choix de tes amis.