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    Toiture (en. Roof)

    twa.tyʊʁ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The style or type of covering of a building.
    The slate roof is highly valued in this region.
    La toiture en ardoise est très prisée dans cette région.
    The top part of a building, which protects the walls and the interior from the elements.
    The roof of this house is made of tiles.
    La toiture de cette maison est en tuiles.
    The entire structure that supports the covering materials.
    They renovated the roof to prevent leaks.
    Ils ont rénové la toiture pour éviter les fuites.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'tectura', which means 'covering'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    flat roof
    Flat roofing, often accessible.
    toiture terrasse
    to put a roof on
    To add a roof to a structure.
    mettre un toit sur
    to do the roofing
    To repair or build the roof of a building.
    faire la toiture

    Related Words

    tiles
    Materials used to cover the roof.
    tuiles
    framework
    Structure that supports the roof.
    charpente
    insulation
    Material used to insulate the roof.
    isolant

    Slang Meanings

    To be under the roof
    He is under the roof, meaning he is part of the family.
    Il est sous le toit, cela veut dire qu'il fait partie de la famille.
    To have a good roof
    This house has a good roof, it's a good investment.
    Cette maison a un bon toit, c'est un bon investissement.