French translation of tawed is 
tawed

Meaning of "tawed" in English

"Tawed" refers to a process used in leather crafting, specifically a method of treating skins with a mineral agent, such as alum, to produce a soft, white leather. This technique differs from the traditional tanning process and is often used for making gloves, bookbindings, or other soft leather goods. The term originates from an older method of leather preparation and emphasizes the use of specific natural materials that result in a distinctive texture and color of the leather.

Meaning of "tawed" in French

In French, "tawed" similarly refers to the process of converting animal hides into a supple, white leather using mineral methods, like alum, rather than vegetable tanning. This technique, known as "l'alunage" in French, is particularly used for finer leather goods where soft and pliable leather is required. Tawed leather is appreciated for its distinct qualities which differ significantly from those achieved by other tanning methods.

Pronunciation of "tawed" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [tɔːd]

Pronunciation Variations: In English, the pronunciation of "tawed" is fairly consistent across regions, given its specific use. However, slight differences may occur, such as variations in vowel length or emphasis between British and American English.

Pronunciation of "tawed" in French

Phonetic Transcription: -

Pronunciation Variations: As "tawed" is not a commonly used French term, pronunciation might adhere closely to the English phonetic form, although it would more typically be referred to by its process name "l'alunage."

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The craftsman showed us how the leather was tawed. (L'artisan nous a montré comment le cuir était aluné.)
2. Tawed leather is preferred for high-quality gloves. (Le cuir aluné est préféré pour les gants de haute qualité.)
3. Historically, many book covers were made using tawed leather. (Historiquement, de nombreuses couvertures de livres étaient faites en cuir aluné.)
4. Tawing provides a different texture than traditional tanning. (L'alunage offre une texture différente du tannage traditionnel.)
5. Museums often preserve items made from tawed leather. (Les musées conservent souvent des objets fabriqués en cuir aluné.)
6. The process of tawing requires skill and patience. (Le processus d'alunage nécessite compétence et patience.)
7. Unlike tanned leather, tawed leather remains white. (Contrairement au cuir tanné, le cuir aluné reste blanc.)
8. Tawed leather is less resistant to water than tanned leather. (Le cuir aluné est moins résistant à l'eau que le cuir tanné.)
9. The glove maker specialized in using tawed hides. (Le fabricant de gants se spécialisait dans l'utilisation de peaux alunées.)
10. Modern tawing techniques have improved over the centuries. (Les techniques modernes d'alunage se sont améliorées au fil des siècles.)

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

Synonyms: dressed, alumed, processed, softened, treated.

Antonyms: tanned, raw, untreated, natural, coarse.

Similar Words: leathered, refined, processed, softened, finished.

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

Synonyms: aluné, apprêté.

Antonyms: tanné, brut, non traité.

Similar Words: assoupli, préparé, raffiné.

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