noun
la casquette
cap
C'est un accessoire que l'on porte sur la tête pour se protéger du soleil ou comme élément de mode. Il a une visière à l'avant.
The word "casquette" in French means "cap" in English. It specifically refers to a soft, typically cloth hat with a visor or bill at the front, often worn casually or in sports.
Meaning:
- A "casquette" is a type of headwear that shades the eyes and provides protection from the sun.
- Commonly worn in everyday settings, sports (like baseball caps), or part of a uniform (e.g., police or military casquette).
Synonyms and differences:
- Chapeau: General word for "hat," often with a brim all around; can be formal or informal. Wider variety of styles than casquette.
- Béret: A soft, round, flat-crowned hat often associated with French culture, especially in the southwest of France. It doesn’t have a visor.
- Bob: A bucket hat, rounded and floppy, without a visor.
- Képi: A specific type of cap with a flat circular top and visor, typically worn by military or police.
So, "casquette" differs mainly by its shape (with visor in front) and casual, sporty style compared to other types of headwear.
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Examples
Je porte une casquette rouge.noun
I am wearing a red cap.
Mon frère a mis sa casquette sur la table.noun
My brother put his cap on the table.
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