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English - French
Horse
hɔrs
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
cheval, cheval de course, cavalier / cavalière, cheval de trait, chevalier, cheval de bois
Horse meanings in French
cheval
Example:
The horse is galloping in the field.
Le cheval galope dans le champ.
She loves to ride her horse every weekend.
Elle aime monter son cheval chaque week-end.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in general conversation about animals, sports, and agriculture.
Note: The word 'cheval' is the most common translation for 'horse' in French. It can refer to both male and female horses.
cheval de course
Example:
The racehorse won the championship.
Le cheval de course a gagné le championnat.
They bet on the racehorse during the event.
Ils ont parié sur le cheval de course pendant l'événement.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Commonly used in contexts related to horse racing and betting.
Note: This term specifically refers to horses that are trained for racing.
cavalier / cavalière
Example:
The horse rider showed great skill.
Le cavalier a montré une grande habileté.
She is a talented horse rider (female).
Elle est une cavalière talentueuse.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to describe people who ride horses, in both competitive and leisure contexts.
Note: The terms 'cavalier' (male) and 'cavalière' (female) are used to indicate the gender of the rider.
cheval de trait
Example:
Draft horses are used for heavy work.
Les chevaux de trait sont utilisés pour les travaux lourds.
The farmer has a draft horse for plowing the fields.
Le fermier a un cheval de trait pour labourer les champs.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in agricultural contexts to refer to horses bred for heavy labor.
Note: This term refers to horses specifically bred for tasks like plowing or pulling heavy loads.
chevalier
Example:
In old times, the knight rode a horse into battle.
Dans le passé, le chevalier montait un cheval au combat.
The knight was known for his bravery.
Le chevalier était connu pour son courage.
Usage: formalContext: Historical or literary contexts, often referring to knights in medieval times.
Note: This word means 'knight' but is derived from the word 'cheval' (horse), indicating a mounted warrior.
cheval de bois
Example:
The child played on the wooden horse.
L'enfant jouait sur le cheval de bois.
The rocking horse is a popular toy for toddlers.
Le cheval à bascule est un jouet populaire pour les tout-petits.
Usage: informalContext: Used in contexts related to children's toys.
Note: This term refers to a toy horse, often one that rocks back and forth.
Horse's synonyms
stallion
A stallion is a male horse that has not been gelded (castrated).
Example: The rancher owned a magnificent black stallion.
Note: Stallion specifically refers to a male horse.
mare
A mare is a female horse, especially one that is over the age of four.
Example: The mare and her foal grazed peacefully in the pasture.
Note: Mare specifically refers to a female horse.
pony
A pony is a small horse breed that is typically under 14.2 hands high.
Example: The children enjoyed riding the gentle pony at the petting zoo.
Note: Pony refers to a specific size and breed of horse.
steed
Steed is a poetic or literary term for a horse, often used in stories or historical contexts.
Example: The knight rode into battle on his trusty steed.
Note: Steed is a more formal or literary term compared to 'horse'.
equine
Equine is an adjective that relates to horses or the horse family.
Example: The equine therapy program helped patients with disabilities improve their motor skills.
Note: Equine is an adjective used to describe horses in a broader sense, not a specific type of horse.
Horse expressions, common phrases
Hold your horses
This phrase means to be patient or wait.
Example: Hold your horses! Let's make sure we have all the information before making a decision.
Note: The phrase 'hold your horses' does not refer to actual horses but is used to ask someone to slow down or be patient.
Dark horse
A dark horse is someone who has hidden abilities or talents and is not known to others.
Example: She's a dark horse in the competition, nobody expected her to be so talented.
Note: The term 'dark horse' does not directly relate to the animal but rather to a person's hidden potential.
Get off your high horse
To get off your high horse means to stop behaving arrogantly or condescendingly.
Example: She needs to get off her high horse and start treating others with respect.
Note: The phrase 'high horse' is figurative and refers to a person's attitude rather than an actual horse.
One-trick pony
A one-trick pony is someone who is only good at one particular thing.
Example: He's a one-trick pony when it comes to cooking, he only knows how to make one dish.
Note: The phrase 'one-trick pony' does not involve an actual pony but is used to describe a person's limited skills or abilities.
Straight from the horse's mouth
When information comes straight from the horse's mouth, it means it comes from a reliable or authoritative source.
Example: I heard the news straight from the horse's mouth, so I know it's true.
Note: This phrase does not involve an actual horse speaking but implies direct and trustworthy information.
Beating a dead horse
To beat a dead horse means to waste time on a point that has already been settled or resolved.
Example: Continuing to argue about it is like beating a dead horse, the decision has already been made.
Note: The phrase 'beating a dead horse' is a metaphorical expression and does not involve actual physical beating of a horse.
Put the cart before the horse
To put the cart before the horse means to do things in the wrong order or prioritize incorrectly.
Example: Let's not put the cart before the horse and make sure we have a plan before starting the project.
Note: This phrase refers to a literal order of things being mixed up, where the cart should follow the horse, not the other way around.
Horse everyday (slang) expressions
Neigh
To complain or express dissatisfaction.
Example: He's been neighing about his job all day.
Note: This slang term is an imitation of the sound a horse makes.
Horsing around
Engaging in playful or silly behavior, not taking things seriously.
Example: Stop horsing around and focus on your homework.
Note: It refers to playful behavior rather than actual activities involving horses.
Horseplay
Rough or rowdy play that can sometimes lead to injury.
Example: The boys were engaging in some rough horseplay on the playground.
Note: It implies rough play rather than actual horse-related activities.
Donkey work
Tedious and menial tasks that are often repetitive and unappreciated.
Example: I'm tired of doing all the donkey work around here while others slack off.
Note: It refers to tedious tasks, not necessarily related to donkeys or horses.
Chomping at the bit
Eager and impatient to do something.
Example: I'm chomping at the bit to get started on my vacation.
Note: This phrase comes from horse racing, where horses chew on the bit due to excitement or impatience.
Off to the races
To be actively and energetically engaged in something.
Example: After finishing breakfast, we were off to the races to prepare for the event.
Note: Originally derived from horse racing, it now means being engaged in any activity with enthusiasm.
Wild horse couldn't drag me away
Expressing strong attachment or dedication to something.
Example: I love this place so much that a wild horse couldn't drag me away from here.
Note: The phrase implies a deep emotional connection, despite the exaggerated reference to a wild horse.
Horse - Examples
The horse galloped across the field.
Le cheval a galopé à travers le champ.
She loves to ride her horse in the countryside.
Elle aime monter son cheval à la campagne.
The farmer uses his horse to plow the fields.
Le fermier utilise son cheval pour labourer les champs.
Horse grammar
Horse - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: horse
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): horses, horse
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): horse
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): horsed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): horsing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): horses
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): horse
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): horse
Syllables, Separation and Stress
horse Contains 1 syllables: horse
Phonetic transcription: ˈhȯrs
horse , ˈhȯrs (The red syllable is stressed)
Horse - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
horse: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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