chine

chine

The French word "chine" means "China" (the country) in English.

Here, 'Chine' refers to the country China as a noun.

J'ai acheté un vase qui vient de Chine.

I bought a vase that comes from China.

In this sentence, 'chine' describes a type of fabric pattern, indicating its use as a noun with a specific meaning in textiles.

Ce tissu a un motif de chine intéressant.

This fabric has an interesting mottled pattern.

Here, 'chine' is used metaphorically to describe the natural grain or pattern in wood.

Sous l'éclairage tamisé, le bois montre une jolie chine naturelle.

Under dim lighting, the wood reveals a beautiful natural grain.