Aérien (en. Air)

/eʁjɛ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Related to air or airspace.
Air transport is booming.
Le transport aérien est en plein essor.
Occurring in the air or happening in the air.
The aerial maneuvers of airplanes are impressive.
Les manoeuvres aériennes des avions sont impressionnantes.
Refers to phenomena or objects that float in the air.
Aerial balloons are often used during festivals.
Les ballons aériens sont souvent utilisés lors des festivals.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'aerianus', derived from 'aer', which means 'air'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

air transport
Mode of transport using airplanes.
transport aérien
aerial activity
Any activity taking place in the airspace.
activité aérienne
aerial services
Services related to transport or navigation in the air.
services aériens

Related Words

aeronautics
Discipline that focuses on navigation in the air.
aéronautique
airport
Place where airplanes take off and land.
aéroport
aviation
All techniques, activities, and businesses related to aircraft.
aviation

Slang Meanings

Refers to something light or ethereal.
This musical style is really aerial.
Ce style musical est vraiment aérien.
Used to describe a dreamy or out-of-reality person.
He has an aerial character, always lost in his thoughts.
Il a un caractère aérien, toujours perdu dans ses pensées.