Forme de sphère
Sphere shape
Language note: Notice the 'ph' in 'sphère' that produces an 'f' sound, similar to English.
Culture note: The Palais de la Découverte in Paris has a planetarium, where you can explore celestial spheres up close.
Context: An art piece in the room contains several planet-circles hanging by strings.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Forme
[form]
Shape
The external form, contour, or outline of an object
Il a trouvé une forme de sphère intéressante.
He found an interesting sphere shape.
de
[de]
of
Indicates the relationship between two things
Un vase fait de verre.
A vase made of glass.
sphère
[sfeer]
Sphere
A round symmetrical object, like the shape of a ball
La planète a une forme de sphère.
The planet has a sphere shape.
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