boussole
compass
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/bu.sɔl/
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Cultural Note
The expression 'perdre la boussole' (to lose one's compass) means to lose one's head or become confused. French scouts and hikers still value traditional navigation skills alongside modern GPS technology.
📝 Example Sentences
N'oublie pas ta boussole pour la randonnée.
Don't forget your compass for the hike.
Il a perdu sa boussole et s'est égaré dans la forêt.
He lost his compass and got lost in the forest.