Tables (en. Tables)
/tabl/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Furniture consisting of a horizontal surface supported by legs.
The dining room is equipped with wooden tables.
La salle à manger est équipée de tables en bois.
Device or chart displaying organized data.
Multiplication tables help children learn math.
Les tables de multiplication aident les enfants à apprendre les maths.
Set of data presented in the form of columns and rows.
Statistical tables are essential for research.
Les tables de statistiques sont essentielles pour les recherches.
Etymology
From the Latin 'tabula', which means 'board' or 'tablet'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
consultation table
Meeting where different stakeholders come together to discuss.
table de concertation
to start fresh
To eliminate everything that exists to start over.
faire table rase
to put on the table
To discuss a topic openly.
mettre sur la table
Related Words
board
Flat surface, often used for writing or displaying images.
tableau
tablet
Small flat surface, often handheld and used for writing.
tablette
desk
Furniture used for working, often equipped with drawers.
bureau
Slang Meanings
In poker jargon, refers to gaming tables.
He won a lot of money at the poker tables.
Il a gagné beaucoup d'argent aux tables de poker.
In certain phrases, refers to a group of friends around a table.
We will meet at the table to discuss the project.
On va se retrouver à la table pour discuter du projet.