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French Phrase

C'est quoi l'étirement statique ?

/sɛ kwa l‿e.tiʁ.mɑ̃ sta.tik/
Meaning"What is static stretching?"
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Meaning

The sentence asks for a definition of "static stretching," a type of stretch where the position is held for a period of time. It is commonly used in fitness, physiotherapy, and sports contexts to improve flexibility.

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When to use

Use this informal question when you want a quick explanation of static stretching, for example in a gym class, during a personal training session, or while discussing workout routines with friends.

✦Grammar Breakdown

C'estquoil'étirementstatique?

1

C'est

Contraction of "ce" + "est" used for identification or definition.

2

quoi after C'est

"Quoi" follows "c'est" in informal questions meaning "what is...".

3

l' (elision)

Definite article "le" or "la" drops the vowel before a word that begins with a vowel or mute h.

4

étirement

Masculine noun meaning "stretching"; takes the article "l'" because it starts with a vowel.

5

statique

Adjective placed after the noun; agrees in gender and number (here masculine singular).

🗨In Conversation

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C'est quoi l'étirement statique ?

What is static stretching?

C'est un type d'étirement où tu maintiens la position pendant 15 à 60 secondes.

It's a type of stretch where you hold the position for 15 to 60 seconds.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • C'est quoi le étirement statique ?

    Use the elided form "l'" before a vowel; "le" would be incorrect here.

  • Quel est l'étirement statique ?

    "Quel" is used to ask about a specific item, not to request a definition.

  • C'est quoi l'étirement statiques ?

    The adjective must agree with the singular noun; "statique" stays singular.

↔Alternatives

  • Qu'est-ce que l'étirement statique ?

    What is static stretching?

  • Peux-tu m'expliquer l'étirement statique ?

    Can you explain static stretching to me?

  • Comment définit‑on l'étirement statique ?

    How do we define static stretching?

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Cultural Tip

"C'est quoi..." is perfectly natural in spoken French but considered informal. In written or formal contexts, prefer "Qu'est‑ce que...". Also, remember that "étirement" is masculine, so the article contracts to "l'" before a vowel.