Rochas (en. Rocks)

/roʃ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A type of natural stone or soil.
The rochas of this region are known for their richness in minerals.
Les rochas de cette région sont connus pour leur richesse en minéraux.
Set of geological formations.
The mountain rochas are often very varied.
Les rochas des montagnes sont souvent très variées.
A material used in construction.
The rochas serve as the foundation for many buildings.
Les rochas servent de fondation pour de nombreux bâtiments.

Etymology

The word 'rochas' comes from the Latin 'rocca', which means stone.

Common Phrases and Expressions

solid rochas
rocks of great hardness or resistance.
rochas solides
in the rochas
under terrestrial or mineral conditions.
dans les rochas
mountain rochas
rocks found in mountainous regions.
rochas des montagnes

Related Words

rock
Natural mineral mass.
roche
beach
Area of sand or gravel by the sea.
plage
mineral
Inorganic substance of natural origin.
minéral

Slang Meanings

A group of people passionate about climbing.
The rochas of our group are going on an expedition this weekend.
Les rochas de notre groupe vont faire une expédition ce week-end.
A term to refer to an elderly and wise person.
He is the rochas of the village, everyone comes to consult him.
Il est le rochas du village, tout le monde vient le consulter.