pantalon long
The French phrase for "long pants" is pantalon long.
pantalon long describes trousers that extend all the way down to the ankles. Depending on the specific style of the garment, you might use more specific terms: Pantalons de costume refers to dress pants or trousers typically worn for formal occasions, while Pantalons habillés refers to more elegant or dressy long pants. For casual denim, you would use Un jean.
Which one should you use?
While English speakers typically use the plural "pants" to refer to a single garment, in French, the word pantalon is often used in the singular to refer to a single pair of trousers.
How does it change in a sentence?
You can use the plural form pantalons longs to refer to a pair of long pants.
Did you know?
- In historical French contexts, the transition to pantalon long marked a social shift away from the 'culottes' or knee-breeches worn by the aristocracy.
- The word pantalon comes from Pantalone, a character in the Italian 'commedia dell'arte' theater who wore distinctive hose that reached his feet.
Examples in context
- Ce soir, je vais porter un pantalon long pour le dîner d'affaires.Tonight, I will wear long pants for the business dinner.
Example conversation
Hugo and Emma are deciding what to wear for a walk.
- HugoEst-ce qu'il fait froid dehors ?Is it cold outside?
- EmmaOui, je vais mettre un pantalon long.Yes, I am going to put on long pants.
- HugoMoi aussi, je vais faire ça.Me too, I'll do that.
- EmmaC'est une bonne idée, Hugo.That's a good idea, Hugo.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries long, pantalon, CC BY-SA 4.0.
