Meaning of "ecorche" in English

In English, "ecorche" doesn't have a direct translation or common usage. It is adapted from the French term "écorché," which refers to an anatomical figure with the skin removed to show muscles and tissues. This term is often used in the fields of art and anatomy to describe models, drawings, or sculptures used for educational purposes. The focus is on studying the underlying structure of the human body, helping artists and students to understand and depict human anatomy more accurately.

Meaning of "écorché" in French

In French, the word "écorché" is most commonly used to describe an anatomical model or illustration where the skin is removed to display the muscles and tissues of the body. These models are typically used for educational purposes in fields such as art, medicine, and anatomy to provide a detailed representation of human musculature. The term can also be used metaphorically to describe someone who is highly sensitive or emotionally exposed, akin to feeling "raw."

Pronunciation of "ecorche" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ɛk.ɔʃ]

Pronunciation Variations: As "ecorche" is not a standard English word, it tends to retain its French pronunciation. English speakers might approximate the French sounds based on their native accent, but there are no set dialectical differences available due to its limited use.

Pronunciation of "écorché" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [e.kɔʁ.ʃe]

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "écorché" is generally consistent in French, but regional accent differences may slightly affect the intonation or emphasis on the second syllable. The "r" may be pronounced with varying degrees of softness depending on whether it is Northern or Southern French.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The artist studied an ecorche to better understand human anatomy.
    (L'artiste a étudié un écorché pour mieux comprendre l'anatomie humaine.)

  2. During the lecture, the professor used an ecorche model.
    (Pendant le cours, le professeur a utilisé un modèle écorché.)

  3. Ecorche figures are popular among art students.
    (Les figures écorchées sont populaires parmi les étudiants en art.)

  4. The museum exhibited a detailed ecorche sculpture.
    (Le musée a exposé une sculpture écorchée détaillée.)

  5. He found the ecorche drawings both fascinating and eerie.
    (Il a trouvé les dessins écorchés à la fois fascinants et étranges.)

  6. An ecorche gives a unique insight into the muscle structure of the body.
    (Un écorché donne un aperçu unique de la structure musculaire du corps.)

  7. The ecorche model helped her improve her sculpting technique.
    (Le modèle écorché l'a aidée à améliorer sa technique de sculpture.)

  8. Ecorche portrayals are often used in anatomical studies.
    (Les représentations écorchées sont souvent utilisées dans les études anatomiques.)

  9. We sketched from an ecorche during the art class.
    (Nous avons dessiné à partir d'un écorché pendant le cours d'art.)

  10. The ecorche model was detailed down to every muscle fiber.
    (Le modèle écorché était détaillé jusqu'à chaque fibre musculaire.)

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

Synonyms: -.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: anatomical model, dissection, sculpture, figure, drawing.

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

Synonyms: modèle anatomique, sculpture, figure, illustration, dessin.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: anatomie, dissection, moulage, étude, portrait.

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