English–French

“sculpt” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/skylte/

Example

L'artiste sculpte une statue en bois.

The artist sculpts a wooden statue.

Illustration for sculpter (sculpt)

How to say “sculpt” in French

“Sculpt” in French is sculpter.

An artist gives solid material a defined three-dimensional form by taking material away.

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

Example sentences with sculpter

Il sculpte le bois pour se détendre le dimanche.

He sculpts wood to relax on Sundays.

Tips for using sculpter

  • French also uses sculpter figuratively for giving a body or work a strongly defined form.

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