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    Taillé (en. Size)

    /tajɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to a person who has a muscular and well-defined body.
    He is particularly built for sports.
    Il est particulièrement taillé pour le sport.
    Refers to something that has been modeled or shaped.
    The statue is carved from a block of marble.
    La statue est taillée dans un bloc de marbre.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'tailler', which means to cut or to form.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    made to measure
    Perfectly suited to someone's needs or tastes.
    taillé sur mesure
    tailored for the role
    Well suited or fit to fulfill a specific function.
    taillé pour le rôle

    Related Words

    to cut
    Action of cutting or shaping something.
    tailler
    sculpture
    Art of creating shapes in relief or in volume.
    sculpture

    Slang Meanings

    To have pronounced features, an athletic physique.
    He is really fit, have you seen his muscles?
    Il est vraiment taillé, tu as vu ses muscles ?
    To disagree with something.
    What you are saying doesn't suit me, I'm ill-suited for that.
    Ce que tu dis ne me convient pas, je suis mal taillé pour ça.