French Conversation · Level 73
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French word
foulard
Pronunciation
IPA/fulaʁ/
Meaning
- masculine nounscarf
Example
Elle met un foulard autour du cou.
She puts a scarf around her neck.
More examples
Il porte toujours un foulard quand il fait froid.
He always wears a scarf when it's cold.
Core concept
A thin square or rectangular fabric accent, worn tied rather than wrapped as a heavy winter scarf.
Common phrases
un foulard autour du cou
a scarf around the neck
un foulard à motifs
a patterned scarf
porter un foulard
wear a scarf
Similar words
écharpe: A thick cloth wrapped around the neck or shoulders for warmth.
châle: A large, soft cloth draped over the shoulders and back.
bandana: A small square or triangular cloth worn around the head or neck for style or sweat control.
mouchoir: A small cloth used to wipe the nose, mouth, or sweat.
Definition in French
Morceau de tissu fin, souvent carré ou rectangulaire et en soie, que l'on porte autour du cou, sur la tête ou attaché à un vêtement comme accessoire décoratif.
Word origin
French foulard is documented from the eighteenth century for a light textile and later for the accessory made from it, while its earlier source is uncertain.
Usage tips
- Unlike écharpe, foulard commonly suggests a light decorative accessory rather than a long scarf mainly used for warmth.
Other meanings
- neckerchiefnoun
- bandananoun