French translation of dash is 
tableau de bord

Meaning of "dash" in English

The word "dash" has multiple meanings in English. It can refer to a quick, sudden movement, often depicted as running hastily. Additionally, "dash" is used in punctuation as a horizontal mark that separates clauses or indicates an interruption. In cooking, a "dash" refers to a small, indefinite amount of an ingredient added to a dish. It also suggests vigor or flair in actions or style. The term captures both the idea of speed and a touch of enthusiasm or distinction.

Meaning of "tableau de bord" in French

In French, "tableau de bord" refers to the dashboard of a vehicle, which displays various instruments and controls necessary for its operation. It typically includes a speedometer, fuel gauge, and other critical indicators for vehicle performance. Beyond automobiles, "tableau de bord" can also relate to any control panel or interface that provides essential data and metrics in various contexts, such as avionics in airplanes or performance dashboards in business settings.

Pronunciation of "dash" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /dæʃ/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "dash" is generally consistent across different English-speaking regions. However, the vowel sound may slightly differ, with some dialects having a more distinct "a" sound depending on the local accent.

Pronunciation of "tableau de bord" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /tabl.o də bɔʁ/

Pronunciation Variations: Variations in pronunciation might occur between European French and Canadian French accents, with subtle differences in vowel sounds and intonation. Nonetheless, the phrase remains easily recognizable across French-speaking regions.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. He made a dash for the bus as it was about to leave.
   (Il a fait un sprint pour attraper le bus qui allait partir.)

2. She added a dash of salt to the soup for flavor.
   (Elle a ajouté une pincée de sel à la soupe pour le goût.)

3. The dash in her writing breaks up the sentences nicely.
   (Le trait d'union dans son écriture divise joliment les phrases.)

4. After the meal, he dashed to his room to fetch the book.
   (Après le repas, il se précipita dans sa chambre pour aller chercher le livre.)

5. Her morning routine includes a quick dash around the park.
   (Sa routine matinale inclut une course rapide autour du parc.)

6. He dashed off a quick email before heading to the meeting.
   (Il a rédigé rapidement un e-mail avant de se rendre à la réunion.)

7. A dash of red in the painting made it come alive.
   (Une touche de rouge dans le tableau l'a rendu vivant.)

8. The cat made a sudden dash across the road.
   (Le chat a soudain traversé la route en courant.)

9. She finished the race with a final dash to the finish line.
   (Elle a terminé la course par un sprint final jusqu'à la ligne d'arrivée.)

10. There's a dash of humor in his speech that captivates the audience.
    (Il y a une pointe d'humour dans son discours qui captive le public.)

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

Synonyms: sprint, rush, bolt, hurl, flick, run, flash, charge, plunge, spurt.

Antonyms: walk, stroll, saunter, meander, dawdle, lag, amble, plod, crawl, trudge.

Similar Words: hustle, hurry, speed, race, skim, skim, dart, leap, skip, zip.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "tableau de bord" in French

Synonyms: panneau de contrôle, interface utilisateur, console.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: affichage, écran, indicateur, jauge, compteur, interface, panneau.

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