corset
/kɔʁ.sɛ/masculine
The English word 'corset' is translated into French as corset.
The word corset refers to a woman's garment. In specific contexts, particularly when focusing on the garment's function for slimming or shaping the waist, the formal term serre-taille may be used.
Meaning: woman's garment (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The word corset is a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
It is pronounced /kɔʁ.sɛ/. It has two syllables.
Did you know?
- The word corset shares its root with the English word 'corpse', as both derive from the same ancestor meaning 'body'.
- In French medical terminology, the word corset is used to describe an orthopedic brace used to correct scoliosis or support the spine.
- In modern French, the term corset is also used in a metaphorical way to describe something very restrictive or a situation that leaves no room for maneuver.
Examples in context
- Portes-tu un corset ?Are you wearing a corset?This sentence is useful for asking if someone is wearing a corset.Tatoeba #2859811 by Scott, translation #13564546 by rul
- J'ai trouvé un magnifique serre-taille pour la soirée de gala.I found a stunning corset for the gala evening.
- Ma grand-mère portait autrefois un corset baleiné, très populaire à l'époque.My grandmother used to wear a boned corset, which was very popular at that time.
- Elle préfère un corselet pour modeler sa silhouette.She prefers a corselet to shape her silhouette.
- Le corset est très serré.The corset is very tight.
- Elle cherche un corset en dentelle.She is looking for a lace corset.
Example conversation
Léa is trying on an outfit for a costume party.
- NathanEst-ce que ce corset te va ?Does this corset suit you?
- LéaOui, mais il est un peu inconfortable.Yes, but it is a bit uncomfortable.
- NathanTu devrais en choisir un autre.You should choose another one.
- LéaD'accord, je vais regarder ailleurs.Okay, I will look elsewhere.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “corset” translations and entries corset, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries corset, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
