En anglais, "describe" signifie donner des détails sur une personne ou une chose afin d'expliquer son apparence, ses caractéristiques ou sa nature. Describe a person (décrire une personne), describe the scene (décrire la scène) et describe something as... (décrire quelque chose comme...) sont courants.

Que signifie le mot anglais "describe" ?

to describe

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En anglais, "people" dans ce sens désigne plusieurs personnes ou un groupe d'êtres humains et constitue le pluriel courant de "person" dans la langue de tous les jours. On dit donc "one person", mais "two people" ou "many people".

Que signifie le mot anglais "people" ?

people

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fair

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dark

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blonde

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dyed

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hair

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long

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short

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shoulder-length

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En anglais, "straight" dans ce sens décrit des cheveux lisses, sans boucles ni ondulations naturelles. Straight hair (cheveux raides), naturally straight (naturellement raide) et long straight hair (longs cheveux raides) sont courants. C'est l'opposé de curly.

Que signifie le mot anglais "straight" dans ce sens ?

straight

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En anglais, "curly" décrit des cheveux formant des boucles ou spirales nettes, naturellement ou par coiffage. Curly hair (cheveux bouclés), naturally curly (naturellement bouclé) et curly-haired (aux cheveux bouclés) sont courants. Curly est plus bouclé que wavy et s'oppose à straight.

Que signifie le mot anglais "curly" dans ce sens ?

curly

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En anglais, "wavy" décrit des cheveux qui ne sont pas complètement lisses et présentent de légères ondulations, sans être aussi bouclés que curly. Wavy hair (cheveux ondulés), naturally wavy (naturellement ondulé) et long wavy hair (longs cheveux ondulés) sont courants.

Que signifie le mot anglais "wavy" dans ce sens ?

wavy

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ponytail

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En anglais, "bald" décrit une personne qui a très peu ou pas de cheveux sur la tête. Go bald (devenir chauve), completely bald (complètement chauve) et bald man (homme chauve) sont courants. Le mot concerne généralement les cheveux du crâne.

Que signifie le mot anglais "bald" dans ce sens ?

bald

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En anglais, "beard" désigne les poils qui poussent sur le menton, les joues et le bas du visage d'un homme. Grow a beard (se laisser pousser la barbe), shave a beard (se raser la barbe) et full beard (barbe complète) sont courants. Beard est différent de mustache.

Que signifie le mot anglais "beard" ?

beard

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striped

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flowery

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plain

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A tie is a narrow length of cloth that is worn around the neck and tied in a knot at the front. Ties are typically made of silk, polyester, or other materials, and come in a variety of colors, patterns, and styles. They are commonly worn as a part of formal attire or as a fashion accessory and are often seen in professional settings such as business meetings or interviews. Ties can be worn with a dress shirt and suit, or with a more casual outfit to add a touch of sophistication. Different tie knots, such as the Windsor knot or the Four-in-Hand knot, can create varying looks and styles.

What is a "tie"?

En anglais, le mot "tie" dans ce sens désigne une longue bande étroite de tissu nouée autour du col et qui pend généralement sur le devant de la chemise. Elle est particulièrement courante dans la tenue formelle et professionnelle masculine, bien qu'elle ne soit pas réservée aux hommes. Le mot "necktie" est plus précis pour ce sens et permet de le distinguer des autres significations de tie.

Que signifie le mot anglais "tie" ?

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A dress is a garment that typically consists of a top and a skirt and is designed to be worn by women. Dresses come in a wide variety of styles, lengths, and materials, ranging from casual sundresses to formal evening gowns. They can be fitted or loose, plain or patterned, and may feature various necklines, sleeve lengths, and embellishments. Dresses are a versatile and popular choice of clothing for many occasions, including weddings, parties, and everyday wear. They can be paired with a variety of accessories, including shoes, jewelry, and handbags, to create a complete and fashionable outfit.

What is a "dress"?

En anglais, le mot "dress" dans ce sens désigne un vêtement d'une seule pièce, généralement porté par les femmes et les filles, qui couvre le corps jusqu'aux jambes sans comporter de partie séparée pour chaque jambe. Il peut désigner aussi bien une robe de tous les jours qu'une robe habillée. "Gown" s'emploie souvent pour une robe plus longue ou plus formelle, tandis que "frock" est un terme plus ancien ou plus courant dans certaines variétés d'anglais. "Dress" est donc le terme général le plus courant pour ce type de vêtement.

Que signifie le mot anglais "dress" ?

dress

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A shirt is a type of garment that covers the upper body and typically has sleeves, a collar, and a buttoned or zippered front. Shirts come in various styles, fabrics, and designs, and are worn by both men and women. They are often made of cotton, linen, or synthetic materials, and can be casual or formal in style. Shirts can be worn as a standalone garment, or layered with other clothing such as jackets or sweaters. Some common styles of shirts include t-shirts, polo shirts, dress shirts, and button-up shirts.

What is a "shirt"?

En anglais, le mot "shirt" désigne un vêtement porté sur le haut du corps et généralement muni de manches. Il est souvent employé pour parler d'un vêtement avec un col et des boutons sur le devant, notamment du type traditionnellement porté par les hommes. "Shirt" se distingue de mots comme "T-shirt", car un T-shirt n'a généralement ni col ni rangée de boutons sur le devant. Le mot peut désigner aussi bien des chemises habillées que des chemises décontractées.

Que signifie le mot anglais "shirt" ?

shirt

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Glasses are a type of eyewear that are worn for vision correction or protection from harmful light and radiation. They consist of a pair of lenses that are held in place by frames, which can be made of various materials such as plastic or metal. Glasses can be designed for various purposes, such as reading, driving, or working on a computer, and can come in different styles to match personal preferences and fashion trends. Some glasses also have special features such as anti-glare coatings or polarized lenses for additional protection and comfort.

What are "glasses"?

En anglais, "glasses" dans ce sens désigne deux verres placés dans une monture reposant sur le nez et les oreilles pour améliorer la vision. Le mot s'emploie au pluriel et on dit "a pair of glasses". Wear glasses et take off your glasses sont courants.

Que signifie le mot anglais "glasses" dans ce sens ?

glasses

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teens

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twenties

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early

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mid-thirties

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late

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forties

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Jewelry refers to any adornments or decorative items that are worn to enhance a person's appearance or express their individuality. These items are usually made from precious metals, gems, or other materials, and can include earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, and other accessories. Jewelry can be worn for a variety of reasons, including as a form of self-expression, to mark special occasions or milestones, or simply to add an extra touch of style to an outfit. The history of jewelry dates back thousands of years, with many different cultures and civilizations developing their own unique styles and techniques for creating these beautiful and intricate pieces. Today, jewelry is a popular and widely recognized form of personal adornment and can be found in a wide range of styles, from traditional and classic to modern and trendy.

What is "jewelry"?

En anglais, "jewelry" est un terme général pour les objets décoratifs portés sur le corps, tels que bagues, colliers, bracelets et boucles d'oreilles. Gold jewelry (bijoux en or), silver jewelry (bijoux en argent) et piece of jewelry (un bijou) sont courants. Jewelry est généralement indénombrable ; l'orthographe britannique est jewellery.

Que signifie le mot anglais "jewelry" ?

jewelry

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gray

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En anglais, "mustache" désigne les poils qui poussent au-dessus de la lèvre supérieure et qu'on laisse pousser. Grow a mustache (se laisser pousser la moustache), shave off a mustache (raser sa moustache) et thick mustache (moustache épaisse) sont courants.

Que signifie le mot anglais "mustache" ?

mustache

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Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 10 - 10B in the Face2Face Intermediate coursebook, such as "striped", "dyed", "ponytail", etc.

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