Tablettes (en. Tablets)
/ta.blɛt/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Thin, flat plates made of various materials, generally rectangular.
The chocolate tablets melt in the sun.
Les tablettes de chocolat fondent au soleil.
Portable electronic devices equipped with a touch screen.
She uses tablets to read her e-books.
Elle utilise des tablettes pour lire ses livres numériques.
Small medications in the form of pills.
He takes his tablets for his blood pressure.
Il prend ses tablettes pour la tension.
Etymology
From the Latin word 'tabula', meaning 'table' or 'slab'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Chocolate tablets
A pastry element made of chocolate in the shape of a bar.
tablettes de chocolat
Digital tablets
Electronic devices used for entertainment and productivity.
tablettes numériques
Effervescent tablets
Medication that dissolves in water before being ingested.
tablettes effervescentes
Related Words
Board
A flat surface on which one writes or draws.
tableau
Tabular
Having the shape of a tablet or composed of tablets.
tabulaire
Apron
Protective clothing, often used in cooking or art.
tablier
Slang Meanings
Portable entertainment or work device.
He always has his tablet with him to play during breaks.
Il a toujours sa tablette avec lui pour jouer pendant les pauses.
Medication taken regularly.
I'm tired of taking my tablets every morning.
J'en ai marre de prendre mes tablettes chaque matin.