English–French

“diagonal” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/djagonal/

Example

On voit la diagonale sur ce dessin.

You can see the diagonal in this drawing.

Illustration for diagonale (diagonal)

How to say “diagonal” in French

“Diagonal” in French is diagonale.

A line cutting across a flat figure between two opposite corners.

Full entry for diagonale: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with diagonale

On plie la feuille le long de la diagonale.

We fold the sheet along its diagonal.

Tips for using diagonale

  • In movement or layout, en diagonale is a fixed adverbial phrase meaning diagonally.

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