Roll

/ɹˈə‍ʊl/

/ˈɹoʊɫ/

Définition et Signification de "roll"

to roll

VERBE

rouler

to move in a direction by turning over and over or from one side to another repeatedly

Intransitive: to roll to a direction

Example

The tumbleweed continued to roll across the desert landscape.

As the waves receded, the seashells began to roll along the sandy beach.

As the child released the toy car, it started to roll across the floor.

1.1

rouler, se déplacer

to travel or move forward by the rotation of wheels, typically referring to the motion of vehicles

Intransitive: to roll to a direction

Example

Pedaling steadily, the bicycle rolled along the designated bike path.

Gliding effortlessly, the rollerblader rolled smoothly along the boardwalk.

Loaded with cargo, the truck rolled through the industrial zone.

faire rouler

to make something move by turning it over and over or from side to side repeatedly

Transitive: to roll sth [adj] | to roll sth somewhere

Example

She carefully rolled the dice on the game board.

The engineer had to roll the logs down the ramp to transport them.

The baker decided to roll the dough into perfect circles for the cookies.

2.1

rouler, faire un saut périlleux

to seamlessly transition the body through a circular motion, as in executing a somersault

Intransitive

Example

The gymnast showcased her agility by effortlessly rolling across the mat.

The young cheerleader confidently rolled and tumbled during the halftime performance.

The martial artist showed how to roll and recover from a somersault.

2.2

enrouler, rouler

to encircle or cover an object by winding or placing a wrapping material around it

Transitive: to roll sth

Example

The baker skillfully rolled the dough to create a delicious spiral-shaped pastry.

He rolled the tobacco leaves, creating a finely crafted cigar.

The pastry chef demonstrated how to roll the puff pastry around the sweet fruit compote.

rouler, aplatisser

to press, spread, or level a mass using a cylindrical tool designed for smoothing or compacting

Transitive: to roll a mass of material

Example

The construction worker diligently rolled the asphalt on the newly paved road.

The chef instructed the kitchen staff to roll the pizza dough with a rolling pin

After pouring the concrete, the workers used a concrete roller to roll the surface.

rouler, résonner

to produce a resonant and full reverberating sound, often characterized by a continuous and deep tone

Intransitive

Example

When the cannon fired, the thunderous boom rolled across the battlefield.

As the drummer struck the bass drum, the sound rolled through the concert hall.

The distant train whistle rolled through the night, echoing in the quiet countryside.

rouler, démarrer

(of machinery or vehicles) to start operating

Intransitive

Example

After the brief maintenance break, the automated assembly line rolled smoothly back into action.

After the repair work, the heavy machinery sputtered briefly before rolling back into operation.

The factory workers took their positions, and the conveyor belts started rolling.

rouler, enrouler

to turn something flexible, such as dough, paper, or fabric, over and over on itself to form a cylinder or ball

Transitive: to roll something flexible

Example

Can you please roll the carpet and move it to the other room?

The yoga instructor asked the class to roll their mats after the session.

They decided to roll the poster tightly so that it would fit into the mailing tube.

roler les rs

(phonetics) to pronounce the /r/ sound with an alveolar trill

Transitive: to roll the /r/ sound

Example

Language learners may spend time practicing the skill of rolling ' r ' sounds to achieve accurate pronunciation in various languages.

Russian speakers often roll the ' r ' sound.

errer, flâner

to roam or wander freely and aimlessly, often with a sense of spontaneity and leisure

Intransitive: to roll somewhere

Example

On a lazy Sunday afternoon, the family decided to roll along the beach.

With no specific destination in mind, the couple chose to roll through the countryside.

The retirees embraced their newfound freedom, choosing to roll through different countries.

rouler, rouler sur les vagues

to move in a sinuous or undulating manner, exhibiting a pattern of rising and falling motions

Intransitive

Example

The dancer 's silk scarf rolled and flowed in the air.

The colorful flags outside the carnival tents seemed to roll and flutter in the breeze.

The ship began to roll gently with the rhythm of the ocean waves as it sailed across the open sea.

rouler, osciller

to move or sway from side to side in a continuous and rocking motion

Intransitive

Example

The old rocking chair creaked as it rolled back and forth on the porch.

The waves crashed against the shore, causing the pebbles to roll with the ebb and flow of the tide.

The cradle softly rolled, lulling the baby to sleep.

Roll

NOM

roulade, rouleau

something that is wrapped around a tube or shaped into one

Example

He carried a roll of cash in his pocket for emergencies.

The photographer loaded a fresh roll of film into the camera before the shoot.

She handed me a roll of film to develop at the photography store.

pain

a loaf of bread that is small and made for one person

What is "roll"?

A bread roll, also known as a dinner roll, is a small, round-shaped bread that is commonly served as a side dish or used to make sandwiches. The dough for bread rolls is typically made from flour, water, yeast, salt, and sometimes sugar or milk. After the dough is mixed and allowed to rise, it is portioned into small balls and baked until golden brown. Bread rolls can be baked with various toppings such as sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or garlic butter, and can be made with different types of flour for different textures and flavors. They are often served warm and can be enjoyed plain or with butter or jam. Bread rolls are a popular addition to holiday meals, buffets, and other large gatherings, and are a versatile bread that can be enjoyed in many different ways.

Example

Would you like a plain roll or one with raisins for breakfast?

After the meal, they indulged in warm rolls slathered with butter.

The dinner table was adorned with a basket of soft, golden-brown rolls.

roster, liste

a list of names

roulement, rotation

rotary motion of an object around its own axis

film, rouleau de film

photographic film rolled up inside a container to protect it from light

rouleau

a long heavy sea wave as it advances towards the shore

lancer, roulement

the act of throwing a ball down the lane in sports like bowling

What is a "roll"?

In sports like bowling, a roll refers specifically to the act of throwing the ball down the lane. The player releases the ball with a controlled motion, allowing it to travel smoothly toward the target, which in bowling is typically the pins. The goal is to ensure the ball rolls with the right speed, direction, and spin to achieve the best outcome, whether it is knocking down all the pins, setting up a spare, or controlling the ball’s path for precision. The roll is a fundamental action in the game.

Example

He knocked down eight pins on his first roll.

She took a deep breath before her final roll.

She practiced her roll to improve her accuracy.

un lancer, un tour

a single instance of betting, such as a roll of the dice in craps or a spin of the roulette wheel

rouleau, roulé

a document that can be rolled up (as for storage)

rumbles, grondement

a deep prolonged sound (as of thunder or large bells)

roulement, battement

the sound of a drum (especially a snare drum) beaten rapidly and continuously