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chalky

/ˈtʃɔːki/

/ˈtʃɔki/

Translations

chalkyadjective

chalkier

Comp.

chalkiest

Super.

/ˈtʃɔːki/

/ˈtʃɔki/

calcaireEn parlant d’un sol ou d’un terrain riche en craie.

The chalky soil in the region made it difficult for farmers to grow crops.

Le sol calcaire de la région rendait la culture difficile pour les agriculteurs.

crayeuxQui a l'aspect, la texture ou le goût de la craie.

The artist used a chalky white paint to create the illusion of a dusty road.

L’artiste a utilisé une peinture blanche crayeuse pour créer l’illusion d’une route poussiéreuse.

livideSe dit d’un teint très pâle, souvent par maladie, peur ou choc.

After hearing the shocking news, her face turned a chalky shade of white.

Après avoir appris la nouvelle choquante, son visage est devenu livide.

Additional translations

crayeuxEmployé aussi pour un goût ou une sensation en bouche rappelant la craie.

Synonyms

chalkyadjective

Resembling or containing chalk; having a pale, powdery appearance or texture.

The artist used a chalky white paint to create the illusion of a dusty road.

Having a pale or pallid complexion, often suggesting illness or fear.

After hearing the shocking news, her face turned a chalky shade of white.

Describing soil or land that is rich in chalk, often resulting in poor fertility.

The chalky soil in the region made it difficult for farmers to grow crops.

Having a dry, powdery taste or mouthfeel, reminiscent of chalk, especially when describing food, drink, or medicine.

The protein shake was filling, but it had a slightly chalky aftertaste.