Épais
Thick
Language note: Pronounce it 'eh-peh', with a soft touch.
Culture note: The delicious custard-like dish 'flan' is often described as 'épais', for its thickness.
Context: They discuss whether the bookshelf is 'Thick' enough to be sturdy.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Épais
[Eh-peh]
Thick
Refers to something with considerable depth or density.
Le livre est assez épais.
The book is quite thick.
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