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    Saletés (en. Dirt)

    /salete/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The state of something that is dirty.
    The dirtiness in the kitchen needs to be cleaned.
    Les saletés dans la cuisine doivent être nettoyées.
    Debris or objects that are considered dirty.
    There is dirt on the floor that needs to be swept.
    Il y a des saletés sur le sol qui doivent être balayées.

    Etymology

    From the word 'dirt', derived from Latin 'sordes'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to do dirty things
    To commit improper or harmful acts.
    faire des saletés
    dirty things
    Refers to very dirty objects or conditions.
    saleté de choses
    it’s a mess
    Expresses dissatisfaction with something deemed dirty or unacceptable.
    c'est une saleté

    Related Words

    to make dirty
    To make something dirty.
    salir
    to clean
    To make clean.
    nettoyer
    grime
    Dirty or impure material.
    crasse

    Slang Meanings

    To do foolish things.
    He did dirty things in class again.
    Il a encore fait des saletés en classe.
    To get involved in dirty or inappropriate matters.
    Stop hanging out with those who do dirty things.
    Arrête de traîner avec ceux qui font des saletés.