Gilets Jaunes

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Pronunciation: /ʒiː.lɛt ʒoʊnz/

Definitions of gilets jaunes

noun a French term that translates to 'yellow vests', referring to the high-visibility vests worn by protesters in France during the 'yellow vests' movement

Example Sentences

A1 The gilets jaunes protested in the streets.

A2 The gilets jaunes movement started in France.

B1 The gilets jaunes demonstrations caused disruptions in the city.

B2 The gilets jaunes movement has sparked debates about social inequality.

C1 The gilets jaunes protests have led to political discussions and reforms.

C2 The gilets jaunes movement has brought attention to economic disparities in society.

Examples of gilets jaunes in a Sentence

formal The gilets jaunes movement in France has sparked widespread protests against government policies.

informal Have you seen any gilets jaunes protests in the city recently?

slang The gilets jaunes are really causing a stir with their demonstrations.

figurative The gilets jaunes have become a symbol of resistance against social inequality.

Grammatical Forms of gilets jaunes

plural

gilets jaunes

present tense

gilets jaunes

future tense

will be gilets jaunes

perfect tense

have been gilets jaunes

continuous tense

are being gilets jaunes

singular

gilet jaune

positive degree

gilet jaune

infinitive

to be gilets jaunes

gerund

being gilets jaunes

participle

gilet jaune

Origin and Evolution of gilets jaunes

First Known Use: 2018 year
Language of Origin: French
Story behind the word: The term 'gilets jaunes' originated in France and translates to 'yellow vests' in English.
Evolution of the word: The term 'gilets jaunes' gained prominence in 2018 when protesters in France, primarily wearing yellow vests, took to the streets to demonstrate against government policies. The movement was named after the distinctive yellow vests worn by the protesters, which were required to be carried in vehicles for safety reasons. Over time, the term 'gilets jaunes' has become synonymous with the protest movement itself.