waterproof in French

waterproof in French is résistant à [[l']]eau, imperméable, étanche — waterproof means not letting water pass through; able to keep water out completely.

waterproof in French

résistant à [[l']]eau

adj

Resistant to the effects of water.

imperméable

adj

Resistant to the effects of water.

imperméable

adj

Made of or covered with material that doesn't allow water in.

étanche

adj

Made of or covered with material that doesn't allow water in.

waterproof

adj

Made of or covered with material that doesn't allow water in.

étanchéifier

verb

To make waterproof or water-resistant.

What does "waterproof" mean?

adj Not letting water pass through; able to keep water out completely.
"Make sure your hiking boots are waterproof before the trip."
verb To treat something so that water cannot get through it.
"They waterproofed the tent seams before the camping trip."
noun A garment or material made to keep water out.
"He grabbed his waterproof before heading out into the rain."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

waterproof in a sentence

Make sure your hiking boots are waterproof before the trip.
The phone case is fully waterproof, even underwater.
They waterproofed the tent seams before the camping trip.
He grabbed his waterproof before heading out into the rain.

Similar words in French

impermeable watertight

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "waterproof" in French?

"waterproof" in French is résistant à [[l']]eau, imperméable, étanche. waterproof means: Not letting water pass through; able to keep water out completely.

How do you use "waterproof" in a sentence?

Example: "Make sure your hiking boots are waterproof before the trip." In French, "waterproof" is résistant à [[l']]eau, imperméable, étanche.

Are there other ways to say "waterproof" in French?

Yes — French has 5 translations listed for "waterproof": résistant à [[l']]eau, imperméable, étanche, waterproof, étanchéifier.

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