French word

parapluie

Pronunciation

IPA/paʁaplɥi/

Meaning

  • masculine nounumbrella

Example

N'oublie pas ton parapluie, il va pleuvoir.

Don't forget your umbrella; it's going to rain.

Illustration for parapluie (umbrella)

More examples

Elle a ouvert son parapluie dans la rue.

She opened her umbrella in the street.

Core concept

A handheld canopy that opens above the body to block falling rain.

Common phrases

  • ouvrir son parapluie

    open one's umbrella

  • fermer son parapluie

    close one's umbrella

  • un parapluie de poche

    a pocket umbrella

Similar words

imperméable: A waterproof coat worn to stay dry in the rain.
parasol: A shade used to block sunlight.
capuche: A hood attached to a garment that protects the head and neck from rain and wind.

Definition in French

Objet portatif qui s'ouvre pour protéger une personne de la pluie, composé d'une armature et d'une couverture textile ; se décline en parapluie pliant et en parapluie canne.

Word origin

Parapluie combines the French verb parer, meaning to ward off or protect against, with pluie, meaning rain.

Usage tips

  • Parapluie is masculine, so standard forms include un parapluie and ce parapluie.

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