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    Pyramides (en. Pyramids)

    piʁam.id

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Structures shaped like a pyramid, sometimes used in gardening or as decorations.
    He created plant pyramids in his garden.
    Il a créé des pyramides de plantes dans son jardin.
    Monumental edifices with a triangular shape, often built from stone blocks.
    The pyramids of Egypt are architectural wonders.
    Les pyramides d'Égypte sont des merveilles architecturales.
    A geometric figure with a polygonal base and triangular faces converging to a vertex.
    In my geometry classes, we studied the properties of pyramids.
    Dans mes cours de géométrie, nous avons étudié les propriétés des pyramides.

    Etymology

    From Ancient Greek πυραμίς (puramis), meaning a triangular structure.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the Great Pyramid of Khufu
    The largest of the pyramids of Egypt, a symbol of ancient Egyptian civilization.
    la pyramide de Kiops
    to believe in pyramids
    To believe in something fantastic or unlikely.
    croire aux pyramides

    Related Words

    pyramidal
    Relating to the shape of a pyramid.
    pyramidal
    inverted pyramid
    A structure that has a narrow base and a wide top, unlike a classic pyramid.
    pyramide inversée

    Slang Meanings

    To be at the peak of one's career or profession
    He is in his career like a pyramid, always at the top.
    Il est dans sa carrière comme une pyramide, toujours en haut.
    To feel overwhelmed or crushed by responsibilities
    At this rate, I'm going to end up crushed like a pyramid under tons of work.
    À ce rythme, je vais finir écrasé comme une pyramide sous des tonnes de travail.