French Conversation · Level 10
88 words
French word
acrobatique
Pronunciation
IPA/akʁobatik/
Meaning
- adjectiveacrobatic
Example
Le numéro acrobatique a impressionné le public.
The acrobatic act impressed the audience.
More examples
Le spectacle acrobatique a duré vingt minutes.
The acrobatic show lasted twenty minutes.
Core concept
A controlled feat that pushes ordinary movement toward height, balance, and virtuosity.
Common phrases
numéro acrobatique
acrobatic act
spectacle acrobatique
acrobatic show
figure acrobatique
acrobatic feat
Similar words
agile: Quick and light in movement.
souple: Flexible and able to bend or move easily.
habile: Skillful and deft in handling or action.
audacieux: Showing courage and a willingness to take bold risks.
Definition in French
Qui se rapporte aux acrobaties; décrit un numéro ou un mouvement exigeant adresse, équilibre et virtuosité.
Word origin
The adjective acrobatique derives from French acrobate and the productive suffix -ique; acrobate ultimately comes from Greek akrobates, meaning a person who walks high or on tiptoe.
Usage tips
- Acrobatique can describe figuratively skillful but risky actions or schemes, not only circus performances.