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    Voitures (en. Cars)

    /vwa.tyʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Means of transport on four wheels, primarily used for the transportation of people.
    Cars are essential in daily life.
    Les voitures sont indispensables dans la vie quotidienne.
    Passenger automobile.
    She bought a new electric model car.
    Elle a acheté une nouvelle voiture de modèle électrique.
    The total number of motor vehicles in circulation.
    The number of cars in this city is constantly increasing.
    Le parc de voitures dans cette ville est en constante augmentation.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'vectura', which means 'transport' or 'journey'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to tour the cars
    Visiting several cars, usually for purchasing or comparison purposes.
    faire le tour des voitures
    to get in the car
    To use the car for getting around rather than walking or using public transport.
    passer à la voiture
    to have a car that smokes
    To have a visible mechanical issue with the car, particularly smoke.
    avoir la voiture qui fume

    Related Words

    driver
    A person who drives a car.
    conducteur
    mechanic
    A technician who maintains and repairs cars.
    mécanicien
    fuel
    A product used to power car engines.
    carburant

    Slang Meanings

    ride
    Look at that ride, it’s gorgeous!
    Regarde cette bagnole, elle est superbe !
    wheels
    He just bought a new set of wheels.
    Il vient d'acheter une nouvelle caisse.