protège-tibias
The English phrase "shin guards" is translated into French as protège-tibias.
This phrase refers to the protective gear worn on the lower legs to prevent injury during sports such as soccer.
What does it mean word for word?
The term is a compound of the verb protéger (to protect) and tibias (shins), meaning "protect-shins".
Did you know?
- While protège-tibias is the standard term, French players sometimes use the English word 'shinguards' or 'pads' due to the global influence of the Premier League and international soccer media.
- In many French-speaking regions, particularly in Quebec, you might hear the term jambières used to refer to protective gear for the legs, even though it can also mean 'shinners' or 'leggings'.
- The word protège-tibias is a compound noun that follows a specific French pattern of using a verb to describe an object, similar to how pare-soleil is used for a sun visor.
Examples in context
- Où sont mes protège-tibias ?Where are my shin guards?This sentence is useful for asking about the location of your protège-tibias.Tatoeba #10321221 by lbdx, translation #6713555 by Eccles17
- J'ai besoin d'acheter des protège-tibias pour mon fils. Il jouera au foot demain.I need to buy shin guards for my son. He will be playing soccer tomorrow.
- Ces nouvelles jambières sont très résistantes. Elles protègent bien pendant les matchs intenses.These new leg-guards are very sturdy. They provide good protection during intense matches.
- Il a oublié ses protège-tibias dans le vestiaire.He forgot his shin guards in the locker room.
- Ces nouveaux protège-tibias sont très légers.These new shin guards are very light.
Example conversation
Nathan and Manon are getting ready for a soccer game.
- NathanManon, est-ce que tu as vu mes protège-tibias ?Manon, have you seen my shin guards?
- ManonOui, ils sont dans ton sac de sport.Yes, they are in your sports bag.
- NathanAh oui, je les ai trouvés, merci !Ah yes, I found them, thanks!
- ManonDe rien, dépêche-toi maintenant.You're welcome, hurry up now.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
