Bâtisse (en. Building)

[batiss]

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Definition: Edifice, a building of significant importance, particularly ancient or remarkable.

Example sentence: This historic building attracts many tourists.

Cette bâtisse historique attire de nombreux touristes.

Definition: Construction in general, often used to refer to more specific structures.

Example sentence: The building that houses the town hall is very beautiful.

La bâtisse qui abrite la mairie est très belle.

Definition: Pejorative term referring to a poorly built or dilapidated building.

Example sentence: This neighborhood is filled with abandoned buildings.

Ce quartier est rempli de bâtisses abandonnées.

Etymology/Origin: Of ancient origin, derived from the old French 'bastisse', related to 'bâtir' which means to build.

Common phrase: built of solid materials

Common phrase meaning: Solid construction, often made from durable materials.

bâti en dur

Common phrase: to build on sand

Common phrase meaning: To build on unstable foundations; figuratively, it means to base something on fragile grounds.

bâtir sur du sable

Common phrase: large building

Common phrase meaning: A large structure.

grande bâtisse

Related word: to build

Related word description: To construct something, to raise a structure.

bâtir

Related word: building

Related word description: The action of building or the edifice resulting from this action.

bâtiment

Related word: builder

Related word description: A person who constructs or creates structures.

bâtisseur

Slang meaning: Building referring to a disreputable place.

Slang example: This building is known for its lively parties.

Cette bâtisse est connue pour ses soirées animées.

Slang meaning: Phrase used to describe an old house with character.

Slang example: Look at this building, it has charm!

Regarde cette bâtisse, elle a du charme !