noun

le carton

box

C'est un matériau fait de plusieurs couches de papier, souvent utilisé pour fabriquer des boîtes ou des emballages.

The word "carton" in French primarily means "cardboard" or "a cardboard box." It is a masculine noun.

Meanings:

Cardboard material: "Carton" refers to the thick paper-based material used to make boxes, packaging, or art supplies. Example: "Le carton est utilisé pour emballer les objets fragiles." (Cardboard is used to package fragile items.)
Cardboard box: It can also mean a box made from cardboard. Example: "J'ai mis mes livres dans un carton." (I put my books in a cardboard box.)
In sports or games: "Carton" can also mean "card" (like a yellow or red card in football/soccer). Example: "Le joueur a reçu un carton rouge." (The player received a red card.)

Synonyms and differences:

Boîte: Means "box" in general and can be made from various materials, including cardboard, wood, or metal. More general than "carton."
Paquet/Colis: Mean "package" or "parcel," which could be a box, but focuses on the object being shipped or sent.
Carton is specific to boxes made from cardboard or the cardboard material itself.

Summary: "Carton" mainly refers to cardboard material or a box made of it, and in sports, a "card." The use depends on context.