French Word · Beginner
taquet
small piece of wood or metal used to maintain or fix something
Pronunciation: /ta.kɛ/
Meaning
small piece of wood or metal used to maintain or fix something
Example
Un taquet est un dispositif situé sur le navire permettant de bloquer un cordage.
A cleat is a device placed on a boat which is used to affix a line or rope.
Practice tips
- Practice taquet 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 beginner-level learners.