kettlebell
The English phrase 'kettle bell' is translated into French as kettlebell.
The term refers to a cast-iron weight used for exercise that resembles a cannonball with a handle.
Did you know?
- While kettlebell is used in gyms, some French speakers use the term poids russe to describe the equipment. This emphasizes the tool's origins in Russia rather than its shape.
- Despite being a loanword from English, kettlebell is assigned a grammatical gender in French and is almost always treated as a masculine noun.
- French gym culture often blends languages by using kettlebell for the object and le swing for the motion, creating a hybrid English-French technical vocabulary.
Examples in context
- J'adore faire du sport avec une boule russe.I love working out with a kettlebell.
- J'ai acheté une kettlebell pour mon entraînement.I bought a kettlebell for my workout.
- Pose la kettlebell sur le tapis, s'il te plaît.Put the kettlebell on the mat, please.
- Cette kettlebell est trop lourde pour moi.This kettlebell is too heavy for me.
Example conversation
Nathan and Emma are at the gym.
- NathanEst-ce que tu peux me passer cette kettlebell ?Can you pass me this kettlebell?
- EmmaBien sûr, Nathan, la voici.Of course, Nathan, here it is.
- NathanMerci, elle est parfaite pour mes exercices.Thanks, it is perfect for my exercises.
- EmmaBon courage pour ta séance !Good luck with your session!
