Carreau
Carreau is a French noun with several related senses tied to the idea of a small square or tile. The term derives from carré, meaning square, with the diminutive suffix -eau, and it is used across different domains to denote a distinct square piece or unit tile. In everyday use, carreau describes a ceramic or stone tile used for floors, walls, or pavements, as well as any small square element in tiling or mosaic patterns. The word also appears in textile and design contexts to refer to a checkered or plaid pattern, commonly described in French as “à carreaux.”
In playing cards, carreau is the name of the diamond suit. In French, the four suits are
As a surname, Carreau exists in French-speaking populations and can be found among families and individuals
Geographically, the form Carreau can appear in place names or organizational names in French-speaking areas, though