French Expression · Intermediate
barre fixe
horizontal bar
Pronunciation: /baʁ fiks/
Meaning
horizontal bar
Example
Near-synonym: barre de traction
I use the word "barre fixe".
Practice tips
- Practice barre fixe out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French expression is for intermediate-level learners.