Roule (en. Rolled)

/ʁul/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To turn or move in a given direction.
He rolls the ball on the ground.
Il roule la balle sur le sol.
To drive a vehicle.
She rolls at full speed on the highway.
Elle roule à toute vitesse sur l'autoroute.
To go around in circles.
The children roll on the grass.
Les enfants roulent sur l'herbe.

Etymology

The word 'rolls' comes from the Old French 'rouler', which means to turn.

Common Phrases and Expressions

roll, my chick
Expression used to encourage someone to move forward.
roule ma poule
everything's rolling
Everything is fine, everything is working correctly.
tout roule
rolling in gold
To be very rich.
rouler sur l'or

Related Words

wheel
Circular object that allows a vehicle to roll.
roue
rolling
The action of rolling or turning something.
roulement
little cart
A small structure made of wood or metal that rolls.
roulot

Slang Meanings

To be having fun or having a good time.
Tonight, we are rolling to the party!
Ce soir, on roule à la fête!
To move quickly.
He rolls on his skateboard in the street.
Il roule en skate dans la rue.