chariot
/ʃa.ʁjo/
The English word "dolly" (referring to a small platform with wheels for moving heavy objects) is translated into French as chariot.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /ʃa.ʁjo/ and consists of 2 syllables.
Did you know?
- The verb charrier is related to the noun, and it can be used figuratively in slang to mean 'to exaggerate' or 'to pull someone's leg'.
- The word chariot is the same term used for a 'chariot' in an ancient Roman battle or a horse-drawn vehicle in a historical epic.
- In some French culinary contexts, a chariot can refer to a trolley used to serve food, which is much more elegant than an industrial 'dolly'.
Examples in context
- Je vous présente Dolly.I would like to introduce you to Dolly.
- Utilisez un chariot pour déplacer ce carton.Use a dolly to move this box.
- Le chariot est trop petit pour la machine.The dolly is too small for the machine.
- Peux-tu me prêter ton chariot, s'il te plaît ?Can you lend me your dolly, please?
Example conversation
Emma and Nathan are organizing a warehouse.
- EmmaNathan, où est le chariot pour ces caisses ?Nathan, where is the dolly for these crates?
- NathanIl est juste là, derrière la pile de bois.It is right there, behind the pile of wood.
- EmmaMerci, je vais l'utiliser pour les boîtes lourdes.Thanks, I will use it for the heavy boxes.
- NathanFais attention, les roues sont un peu rouillées.Be careful, the wheels are a bit rusty.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry chariot, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
