bulk in French
bulk in French is gros, massif, volumineux — bulk means the overall size, volume, or mass of something, especially when large.
bulk in French
gros
Being large in size, mass, or volume (of goods, etc.).
massif
Being large in size, mass, or volume (of goods, etc.).
volumineux
Being large in size, mass, or volume (of goods, etc.).
masse
Size, specifically, volume.
volume
Size, specifically, volume.
grosseur
Size, specifically, volume.
ensemble
The major part of something.
essentiel
The major part of something.
gros
The major part of something.
vrac
(uncountable, transport) Unpackaged goods when transported in large volumes, e.g. coal, ore, or grain.
prise de masse
What does "bulk" mean?
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noun The overall size, volume, or mass of something, especially when large.
"The bulk of the old wardrobe made it hard to carry upstairs."
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noun The main or largest part of something.
"The bulk of her savings went towards a deposit on a flat."
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noun Goods transported or sold in large, unpackaged quantities rather than individually.
"Cafes often buy coffee beans in bulk because it works out cheaper."
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verb To deliberately gain muscle and body weight through diet and training.
"She is bulking this winter by eating more and lifting heavier weights."
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bulk in a sentence
- The bulk of the old wardrobe made it hard to carry upstairs.
- She was surprised by the sheer bulk of the parcel on the porch.
- The bulk of her savings went towards a deposit on a flat.
- The bulk of the work is already finished.
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What is "bulk" in French?
"bulk" in French is gros, massif, volumineux. bulk means: The overall size, volume, or mass of something, especially when large.
How do you use "bulk" in a sentence?
Example: "The bulk of the old wardrobe made it hard to carry upstairs." In French, "bulk" is gros, massif, volumineux.
Are there other ways to say "bulk" in French?
Yes — French has 10 translations listed for "bulk": gros, massif, volumineux, masse, volume, grosseur.
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