French Word · Intermediate
poutrelle
beam, girder
Pronunciation: /pu.tʁɛl/
Meaning
beam, girder
Example
Attaché à la poutrelle du pignon, un bouquet de paille entremêlé d'épis faisait claquer au vent ses rubans tricolores.
I use the word "poutrelle".
Practice tips
- Practice poutrelle 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.