La colonne
Example: La colonne soutient le toit de la vieille maison.
Definition
"La colonne" refers to a vertical structural element in construction that supports weight, typically holding up parts like roofs or arches. It is essential for stability, as in the example phrase where "la colonne" supports the roof of an old house.
Etymology
The word "la colonne" comes from the Latin 'columna,' which means 'pillar' or 'support.' It was adopted into French to describe vertical supports in buildings. Did you know? The Latin term is related to 'columen,' meaning 'top' or 'summit,' highlighting the role of columns as upright supports.
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"La colonne" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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