Surfaces (en. Surfaces)
syʁfas
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
The outer parts of an object.
The surfaces of the table are smooth.
Les surfaces de la table sont lisses.
The surface of a space.
We need a flat surface to draw.
Nous avons besoin d'une surface plane pour dessiner.
Visible or outer aspect of something.
The surface of the paint is glossy.
La surface de la peinture est brillante.
Etymology
From Latin 'superficies', which means surface or appearance.
Common Phrases and Expressions
surface of a question
The aspect or viewpoint of a problem.
surface d'une question
go to the surface
To focus on the obvious rather than the details.
aller à la surface
evaluate superficially
To conduct a superficial analysis without depth.
évaluer en surface
Related Words
superficial
Which is limited to the surface, without depth.
superficiel
coating
Covering applied to a surface.
revêtement
plane
Flat surface without relief.
plan
Slang Meanings
To speak superficially
Don't stay on the surface, go deeper into the subject.
Ne reste pas en surface, va plus loin dans le sujet.
To be in a comfort zone
She stays on the surface, without taking risks.
Elle reste à la surface, sans prendre de risques.