bark

• Nom avec deux sens principaux : 1) Enveloppe externe dure du tronc et des branches d'un arbre ; 2) Son bref et fort émis par un chien ou un animal similaire.

A noun with two primary meanings: 1) The tough outer covering of a tree trunk and branches; 2) The sharp, loud sound made by a dog or similar animal.

1. Tree coveringA2formal

   The tough outer covering of the trunk, branches, and roots of a tree.

   Écorce (d'arbre)

   • The bark of this oak tree is very rough.
   • Some animals eat tree bark for nutrients.
   • The gardener removed the damaged bark from the tree.

   Synonymescortexrind

2. Dog soundA1formal

   The sharp, loud sound that a dog makes.

   aboiement

   • The dog's bark woke me up last night.
   • A loud bark came from behind the fence.
   • Her dog has a deep, intimidating bark.

   Synonymesbaybow-wowwoofyapyelp

• Verbe décrivant le cri bref et sec d'un chien, ou le fait de parler d'une voix brusque et autoritaire.

A verb used to describe the sharp, explosive sound made by a dog, or to speak in a harsh, commanding tone.

1. Dog soundA1formal

   To make the short, loud sound that a dog makes.

   aboyer

   • The dog started to bark at the mailman.
   • Our neighbor's dog barks all night long.
   • The puppy barked excitedly when we came home.

   Synonymesbaywoofyapyelp

2. Speak sharplyB1informal

   To speak in a loud, harsh, or commanding voice, often expressing anger or impatience.

   aboyer (parler durement)

   • The sergeant barked orders at the soldiers.
   • She barked at the children to clean their room.
   • He barked a reply before slamming the door.

   Synonymesbellowgrowlsnapsnarlthunderyell

   Antonymesmumblemurmurwhisper