Charpentes (en. Frames)

ʃaʁpɑ̃t

Synonyms

  • armature
  • ossature
  • soutènement
  • structure

Slang Meanings

Informal use of the term to refer to an unstable structure.
This installation looks like a framework, but it is not sturdy.
Cette installation ressemble à une charpente, mais elle n'est pas solide.