French Conversation · Level 40
75 words
French word
coller
Pronunciation
IPA/kole/
Meaning
- verbstick
Example
Je colle la photo au mur.
I stick the photo to the wall.
More examples
Il colle un autocollant sur son cahier.
He sticks a sticker on his notebook.
Core concept
A layer of glue joins a separate object firmly to a wall, sheet, or other surface.
Common phrases
coller au mur
stick to the wall
coller un autocollant
stick a sticker
coller une étiquette
stick a label
Similar words
scotcher: To secure an object to a surface using adhesive tape.
accrocher: To hang an object from a hook, nail, or similar support.
encoller: To coat an object with glue before attaching it.
punaiser: To secure paper or a poster to a wall or board with a thumbtack.
Definition in French
Appliquer une substance adhésive sur un objet ou une surface pour le fixer à une autre surface.
Word origin
The verb coller is formed from the noun colle, meaning glue, with the productive French verb ending -er.
Usage tips
- The final -er in coller is pronounced /e/, while the double l is pronounced as a regular /l/ sound rather than /j/.