nounnoun
la frange
bang
French Word: frange
Meaning in English: The French word "frange" primarily means "fringe" or "bangs" (hair cut) in English. It refers to a strip of hair that is cut to hang over the forehead, often styled separately from the rest of the hair.
Additionally, "frange" can also mean "edge" or "border", typically referring to the decorative border of a fabric, rug, or curtain made of loose threads.
Parts of the word:
- The word "frange" is a noun and feminine in gender in French (la frange).
- Originates from the Old French word fringe, related to Latin fimbria meaning fringe or border.
French synonyms:
- For the hair meaning (bangs):
- banane (regional/slang, sometimes for a hairstyle but slightly different)
- mèches (strands or locks of hair, though not equivalent to bangs exactly)
- For the fabric border:
- bordure
- liseré (border or trim)
- gland (tassel, can be related to fringe decoration)
French antonyms:
- There isn't a direct antonym for hair frange, but for haircuts without a fringe, people simply say "sans frange" (without bangs).
- For edges or borders, a general antonym could be the centre or milieu (middle), indicating something that is not on the fringe or edge.
Summary of meanings:
| Meaning | Explanation | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Hair fringe | Bangs; hair cut over the forehead | Elle a une frange qui lui va bien. (She has bangs that suit her well.) |
| Textile fringe | Decorative edge of fabric or trimming | Le rideau a une frange en dentelle. (The curtain has a lace fringe.) |
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Ma sœur a une frange.noun
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