Mansard: meaning, definitions and examples

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mansard

 

[ หˆmรฆn.sษ‘หrd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

architecture

A mansard is a type of roof known for its distinctive four-sided design, typically featuring a double slope on each side. The lower slope is steep, while the upper slope is much flatter, allowing for additional living space in the upper levels of a building. This architectural style is especially popular in France and has been used in various types of buildings including homes and public structures. The mansard roof is often utilized to maximize useful space while minimizing the building's footprint.

Synonyms

gable, rooftop

Examples of usage

  • The house has a beautiful mansard roof that enhances its elegance.
  • Many historic buildings in Paris feature classic mansard designs.
  • We chose a mansard style for our new cottage to create an attic.
  • The architect recommended a mansard for better space utilization.

Translations

Translations of the word "mansard" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mansarda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเค‚เคธเคฐเฅเคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Mansarde

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mansard

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐะฝัะฐั€ะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mansarda

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใƒณใ‚ตใƒผใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mansarde

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mansarda

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mansart

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งจ์„œ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู†ุทู‚ุฉ ุงู„ุณุทุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mansarda

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mansarda

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้˜ๆฅผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mansarda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mansard

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐะฝัะฐั€ะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒกแƒแƒ แƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mansard

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mansarda

Etymology

The term 'mansard' derives from the name of the French architect Franรงois Mansart, who greatly popularized this roofing style in the 17th century. The design became associated with him, and over time, the term 'mansard roof' emerged. The originally functional purpose of the mansard roof was to maximize living space, especially in urban settings where land was at a premium. By introducing this unique profile, architects and builders could create additional rooms within the roof structure. This style was widely adopted during the Second Empire style in France and subsequently spread across Europe and the United States, becoming a staple in various architectural designs, particularly for townhouses and large estates.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,625, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.