French Word · Intermediate
lambourde
joist
Pronunciation: /lɑ̃.buʁd/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "joist".
Example
Il n'était pas achevé d'être bâti, et l'on voyait le ciel à travers les lambourdes de la toiture.
The building was unfinished; the sky could be seen through the joists of the roofing.
Practice tips
- Practice lambourde 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 word is for intermediate-level learners.