French word

armoire

Pronunciation

IPA/aʁmwaʁ/

Meaning

  • feminine nounwardrobe

Example

Elle a acheté une petite armoire pour sa chambre.

She bought a small wardrobe for her bedroom.

Illustration for armoire (wardrobe)

More examples

L'armoire à vêtements est pleine de manteaux.

The wardrobe is full of coats.

Core concept

A tall, closed storage unit where folded clothes sit on shelves or drawers and hanging clothes fit on a rail.

Common phrases

  • une armoire à vêtements

    wardrobe

Similar words

placard: A built-in cupboard with doors for storing clothes or other items.
penderie: A vertical storage space designed for hanging clothes.
commode: A low chest of drawers for storing folded clothes and small belongings.
dressing: A roomy dressing area with space to organize clothes and change.

Definition in French

Meuble fermé et autonome utilisé pour ranger vêtements et linge, souvent équipé d'étagères, de tiroirs ou d'une tringle pour suspendre les habits.

Word origin

Armoire developed from Old French armoire, borrowed from Latin armarium for a cupboard or chest used to store objects.

Usage tips

  • French armoire usually names a freestanding piece of furniture, while placard commonly refers to built-in storage or a wall cupboard.

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