Accès (en. Access)
/ak.sɛ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
The right to enter a space or use a service.
Access to the building is prohibited for visitors.
L'accès au bâtiment est interdit aux visiteurs.
A way to reach something.
This route provides better access to the mountains.
Cet itinéraire offre un meilleur accès aux montagnes.
Ease of use.
Access to information is essential in research.
L'accès à l'information est essentiel dans la recherche.
Etymology
From the Latin accessus, meaning 'approach, access'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have access
To have the ability to reach or use something.
avoir accès
restricted access
Limited access to certain people or under certain conditions.
accès restreint
free access
Open access to everyone, without restrictions.
accès libre
Related Words
accessible
Easy to reach or use.
accessible
inaccessibility
The quality of being unreachable.
inaccessibilité
Slang Meanings
Wild access
He found a wild access to enter the party.
Il a trouvé un accès sauvage pour entrer dans la fête.
Direct access
He has direct access to all company information.
Il a un accès direct à toutes les informations de l'entreprise.