French Conversation · Level 64
75 words
French word
arborer
Pronunciation
IPA/aʁboʁe/
Meaning
- verbdisplay
Example
Le site arbore un badge «nouveau».
The site displays a "New" badge.
More examples
Il arbore un t-shirt aux couleurs du club.
He is wearing a T-shirt in the club's colors.
Core concept
A visible badge, emblem, ornament, or expression is displayed openly on its bearer.
Common phrases
arborer un sourire
wear a smile
arborer un badge
wear a badge
arborer un t-shirt
wear a T-shirt
Similar words
afficher: Make information or a sign visible on a website or in a shop window.
porter: Wear clothing or an accessory.
Definition in French
Porter ou afficher ostensiblement un signe, un symbole ou un ornement sur une personne, un objet ou un lieu pour le rendre visible.
Word origin
The verb comes from Latin arborare, related to arbor, 'tree', and its sense developed from setting something upright to displaying it prominently.
Usage tips
- Arborer is more formal and expressive than afficher or porter when the object is presented conspicuously rather than merely used or worn.