Sculptés (en. Sculpted)
/sʊl.te/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
That which has been sculpted, concerning a work of art or an object.
The marble sculpted statues adorn the garden.
Les statues sculptées en marbre ornent le jardin.
Refers to a worked and detailed aesthetic, often in reference to human or animal forms.
The sculpted muscles of the athlete impress the audience.
Les muscles sculptés du athlète impressionnent le public.
Refers to an image or shape that has been created from solid materials.
The sculpted figures on the cathedral's portal are remarkable.
Les figures sculptées sur le portail de la cathédrale sont remarquables.
Etymology
From the verb 'to sculpt', which comes from the Latin 'sculptura', meaning 'the action of carving'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sculpted in stone
Referring to something durable or permanent.
sculpté dans la pierre
sculpting one's body
Working to improve one's figure or musculature.
sculpter son corps
Related Words
to sculpt
Action of creating a shape by removing or adding material.
sculpter
sculptor
Artist or craftsman who creates sculptures.
sculpteur
sculpture
Artwork created through the process of sculpting.
sculpture
Slang Meanings
To have a well-defined and toned figure.
After several months at the gym, he is finally sculpted.
Après plusieurs mois au gymnase, il est enfin sculpté.
To be in excellent physical shape.
She looks sculpted after her diet and workouts.
Elle a l'air sculptée après sa régime et ses entraînements.