French translation of warp is 
warp

Meaning of "warp" in English

In English, "warp" generally refers to a change in shape or condition that distorts or deforms the natural form of something. This can occur due to various influences such as heat, moisture, or pressure, causing an object to bend, twist, or buckle. Beyond physical objects, "warp" may also be used metaphorically to describe a distortion in someone's perception of reality or truth. For example, someone's views might be "warped" by personal biases or misconceptions. It can also relate to weaving, describing the threads that run lengthwise on a loom.

Meaning of "warp" in French

The word "warp" in French is used similarly as "déformer" or "torsion," primarily indicating a distortion or bending of an object from its original shape. In the context of weaving, it pertains to "la chaîne," referring to the threads oriented in the lengthwise direction on a loom. Like in English, "warp" can also metaphorically describe a twist in thought or perception, similarly expressed through "altérer" for moral or mental twists. This dual applicability, both literal and metaphorical, illustrates its comprehensive use in both languages.

Pronunciation of "warp" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /wɔːrp/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "warp" may slightly vary depending on regional accents, such as British English emphasizing the "r" less than American English. However, the overall pronunciation remains quite consistent, focusing on the "wɔːp" sound.

Pronunciation of "warp" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /waʁ/

Pronunciation Variations: Though there is little variation due to French's standard pronunciation norms, regional accents might slightly affect the diction, with southern French speakers possibly adding a bit more emphasis on the "a" sound.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The old floorboards began to warp due to moisture.
   (Les vieilles planches de parquet ont commencé à se déformer à cause de l'humidité.)

2. His perception of the event was somewhat warped by emotional bias.
   (Sa perception de l'événement était quelque peu déformée par un biais émotionnel.)

3. The heat caused the plastic frame to warp.
   (La chaleur a causé au cadre en plastique de se déformer.)

4. Continuous rain can warp the wooden fence.
   (La pluie continue peut déformer la clôture en bois.)

5. The novel's plot takes a strange warp halfway through.
   (L'intrigue du roman prend une tournure étrange à mi-chemin.)

6. The artist intentionally warped the image to create distortion.
   (L'artiste a intentionnellement déformé l'image pour créer une distorsion.)

7. Over time, the vinyl record may warp if stored improperly.
   (Avec le temps, le disque vinyle peut se déformer s'il n'est pas stocké correctement.)

8. The tailor ensured the fabric warp was perfectly aligned.
   (Le tailleur s'est assuré que la chaîne du tissu était parfaitement alignée.)

9. His words warp the truth, twisting it to suit his needs.
   (Ses paroles déforment la vérité, la tordant pour l'adapter à ses besoins.)

10. Scientists studied how space-time might warp near a black hole.
    (Les scientifiques ont étudié comment l'espace-temps pourrait se courber près d'un trou noir.)

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

Synonyms: distort, twist, bend, buckle, deform, contort, corrupt, misshape, alter, skew.

Antonyms: straighten, align, correct, rectify, smooth, unbend, adjust, set right, fix, direct.

Similar Words: flex, curve, ripple, arc, wave, fold, kink, coil, loop, sag.

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

Synonyms: déformer, tordre, courber, altérer, gauchir, infléchir, vriller, plier, biaiser, modifier.

Antonyms: redresser, aligner, corriger, rectifier, lisser, déplier, ajuster, remettre droit, fixer, diriger.

Similar Words: courbe, onde, flexion, vague, plissage, pli, torsion, boucle, sinuosité, déviation.

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