French translation of oculus is 
oculus

Meaning of "oculus" in English

The term "oculus" refers to a circular opening at the top of a dome or wall, often seen in architecture. It is designed to allow natural light to enter a space, creating a focused beam that can illuminate specific areas. The oculus has a historical significance in ancient Roman architecture, most famously exemplified by the Pantheon in Rome. In modern usage, the term has been extended to virtual reality contexts, with "Oculus" being a well-known brand associated with VR headsets, offering immersive experiences.

Meaning of "oculus" in French

In French, "oculus" similarly refers to a round or eye-shaped architectural opening that allows light into a building, such as those seen in domes or certain decorative windows of historical buildings. Its architectural use remains consistent with English, relating primarily to historical and significant architectural designs. As with the English language, "Oculus" also refers to the virtual reality company, bringing cutting-edge VR technology to users with its range of products.

Pronunciation of "oculus" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈɒkjʊləs/

Pronunciation Variations: In various English-speaking regions, the pronunciation remains relatively consistent, though subtle variations in vowel emphasis might be heard due to local accents.

Pronunciation of "oculus" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɔkylus/

Pronunciation Variations: French pronunciation of "oculus" does not vary greatly across different regions, retaining a standard pronunciation throughout.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. He gazed up through the oculus of the ancient cathedral. (Il regarda à travers l'oculus de la cathédrale ancienne.)
2. The oculus allowed a beam of sunlight to illuminate the altar. (L'oculus permettait à un rayon de soleil d'éclairer l'autel.)
3. Architects decided to include an oculus in the new design. (Les architectes ont décidé d'inclure un oculus dans le nouveau design.)
4. The Pantheon's oculus is a marvel of engineering. (L'oculus du Panthéon est une merveille d'ingénierie.)
5. Oculus technology is revolutionizing virtual reality experiences. (La technologie Oculus révolutionne les expériences de réalité virtuelle.)
6. We admired the beautiful oculus in the museum's ceiling. (Nous avons admiré le bel oculus dans le plafond du musée.)
7. The artist drew inspiration from the classical oculus design. (L'artiste s'est inspiré du design classique de l'oculus.)
8. Light streamed through the oculus, highlighting the painting. (La lumière traversait l'oculus, mettant en valeur le tableau.)
9. The oculus serves both aesthetic and practical purposes. (L'oculus sert à la fois des objectifs esthétiques et pratiques.)
10. He purchased an Oculus headset for gaming. (Il a acheté un casque Oculus pour le jeu.)

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

Synonyms: eye, opening, aperture, skylight, circle, vent, window, hole, portal, roundel.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: lens, eyepiece, viewport, peephole, bullseye.

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

Synonyms: œil, ouverture, lucarne, hublot, fenêtre, cercle, trou, œil-de-bœuf.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: lunette, judas, hublot, œil-bulles.

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