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    Tente (en. Tent)

    /tɑ̃t/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Folding shelter made of fabric, supported by poles.
    We set up the tent by the lake.
    Nous avons monté la tente au bord du lac.
    Collection of fabrics or materials used to create a protected space.
    The two-bedroom tent is perfect for our family.
    La tente à deux chambres est parfaite pour notre famille.
    Temporary setup used during events or festivals.
    The festival tent was decorated with string lights.
    La tente du festival était décorée de guirlandes lumineuses.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'tentare' which means 'to try' or 'to attempt'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    camping tent
    Shelter used mainly in camping.
    tente de camping
    circus tent
    Large shelter used for circus performances.
    tente de cirque
    to set up a tent
    Action of putting up a tent for shelter.
    installer une tente

    Related Words

    to attempt
    Trying to achieve something.
    tenter
    temptation
    A desire, often of a moral nature.
    tentation

    Slang Meanings

    To be in an uncomfortable situation.
    He was in a tent after his breakup.
    Il était dans une tente après sa rupture.
    To have a discreet romantic affair.
    They met under the tent.
    Ils se sont vus sous la tente.