Forme de triangle
Triangle shape
Language note: The pronunciation for 'triangle' is quite similar in French and English, making it an accessible word.
Culture note: Triangles are significant in French cuisine, like the classic triangular shape of samosa-style snacks found in French patisseries.
Context: Moving on, the instructor picks up a picture of a pyramid and asks the class about it.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Forme
[form]
Shape
The external form, contour, or outline of an object
Il a découpé une forme de triangle.
He cut out a shape of a triangle.
de
[de]
of
Indicates the relationship between two things
La couverture est faite de laine.
The blanket is made of wool.
triangle
[tree-ahn-gl]
Triangle
A plane figure with three straight sides and three angles
Le panneau a une forme de triangle.
The sign has a triangle shape.
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