Meaning of "darner" in English

A "darner" in English refers to a person or tool that repairs holes in fabric, particularly in socks or stockings. This is traditionally done by weaving or sewing threads using a needle, covering the damaged area. The term is associated with the art of darning, an important technique in textile maintenance. Historically, it involved dedication and skill, often performed to prolong the life of garments.

Meaning of "darner" in French

In French, the word "darner" refers to a person involved in the act of "reprisage" or "darning", which is the repair of holes or worn areas in fabric using a needle and thread. It is a skill that requires precision and patience, aiming to restore the usefulness of clothing items like socks and other knitted garments. The concept focuses on the preservation and sustainability of textiles.

Pronunciation of "darner" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈdɑːrnər/

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, the "r" is more pronounced, while British English may feature a softer "r" sound. The initial "d" and the "ar" are typically consistent across regions.

Pronunciation of "darner" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /daʁne/

Pronunciation Variations: Generally, the pronunciation remains constant across most French-speaking regions, with a distinct nasal sound common in the "ar" portion. Variations could exist in accent strength.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The darner expertly repaired the hole in my woolen socks.
    (Le darner a réparé avec expertise le trou dans mes chaussettes en laine.)

  2. She became a skilled darner, mending clothes for her siblings.
    (Elle est devenue une darnere habile, réparant les vêtements pour ses frères et sœurs.)

  3. My grandmother was known as the best darner in the village.
    (Ma grand-mère était connue comme la meilleure darnere du village.)

  4. Every household should have a good darner for emergencies.
    (Chaque foyer devrait avoir un bon darner pour les urgences.)

  5. The darner’s work was almost invisible to the eye.
    (Le travail du darner était presque invisible à l'œil.)

  6. He purchased a vintage darner at the flea market.
    (Il a acheté un darner vintage au marché aux puces.)

  7. Our local tailor served as a darner during hard times.
    (Notre tailleur local a servi de darner pendant les temps difficiles.)

  8. She used a wooden darner to fix her nephew’s mittens.
    (Elle a utilisé un darner en bois pour réparer les mitaines de son neveu.)

  9. The art of being a darner is becoming rare with modern technology.
    (L'art d'être darner devient rare avec la technologie moderne.)

  10. Everyone appreciated the darner’s meticulous work on the family quilt.
    (Tout le monde a apprécié le travail méticuleux du darner sur le quilt familial.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "darner" in English

Synonyms: mender, repairer, stitcher, sewer, tailor

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: needleworker, patcher, cobbler, restorer, rebuilder

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "darner" in French

Synonyms: réparateur, repriseur

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: couturier, raccommodeur, rémouleur

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