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timbre (noun)

Stamp.

💬 Example

"Il faut coller un timbre sur cette lettre."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Tim' who is a 'Bre' (brother) who loves 'Stamps'. Or remember: 'TIM' has a 'BRE'athtaking voice (timbre).

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Une timbre → Un timbre

Pronouncing the 'm' like 'timber' → Nasal 'ɛ̃' sound

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