French Conversation · Level 6
87 words
French word
cape
Pronunciation
IPA/kap/
Meaning
- feminine nouncape
Example
Il a mis sa cape parce qu'il pleut.
He put on his cape because it was raining.
More examples
Il a enfilé sa cape avant de sortir.
He put on his cape before going out.
Core concept
A sleeveless outer layer hanging from the shoulders and covering the back.
Similar words
poncho: A simple rain or cold-weather garment pulled over the head and covering the shoulders.
manteau: A long-sleeved outer coat worn for protection against the cold.
imperméable: A waterproof outer coat worn on rainy days.
Definition in French
Vêtement d'extérieur sans manches porté sur les épaules et le dos, employé aussi bien comme élément de mode que comme vêtement de pluie léger.
Word origin
French cape comes through Old French from Latin cappa, a term for a hooded garment or cloak.
Usage tips
- Cape is feminine, so the usual phrase is une cape, not un cape.
Other meanings
- cloaknoun