This is the 2130th most frequent French word.
calibre
"Calibre" in English means "quality" or "grade" referring to a standard or capacity, or "caliber" in terms of the diameter of a gun barrel or bullet.
Here, 'calibre' refers to the diameter of the bore of a firearm or the diameter of a projectile used in it.
Le calibre de ce fusil est de 7.62 millimètres.
The caliber of this rifle is 7.62 millimeters.
In this sentence, 'calibre' denotes a person's character or level of capability, often implying high-quality or competence.
Il est un homme de grand calibre.
He is a man of great caliber.
'Calibre' in this case describes the size or diameter of pipes, indicating conformity to standardized dimensions.