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    Rampes (en. Ramps)

    /ʁɑ̃p/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Gradient or inclined surface used to facilitate access from one level to another.
    Ramps allow wheelchair users to access buildings.
    Les rampes permettent aux personnes en fauteuil roulant d'accéder aux bâtiments.
    Elements of a road or highway allowing access to another lane.
    The access ramp to the highway is very close to my house.
    La rampe d'accès à l'autoroute est très proche de ma maison.

    Etymology

    The origin of the word 'ramp' comes from the Latin 'rampare', which means 'to climb'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    launch ramp
    Space where a project or initiative begins.
    rampe de lancement
    to have a ramp
    To have support or an opportunity to start something.
    avoir une rampe
    maneuver ramp
    Space to perform maneuvers or adjustments.
    rampe de manœuvre

    Related Words

    to crawl
    Action of moving by crawling, often used to refer to insects.
    ramper
    slope
    Inclined surface, similar to a ramp but often used in other contexts.
    pente

    Slang Meanings

    Expression used to refer to people making extraordinary efforts to succeed.
    He is on his ramp to succeed; he never stops working.
    Il est sur sa rampe pour réussir, il n'arrête jamais de travailler.
    Refers to someone who waits for an opportunity without acting.
    Stop crawling, take your courage in both hands and do it!
    Arrête de rampes, prends ton courage à deux mains et fais-le!