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    Berthe (en. Berthe)

    bɛʁt

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A space for sleeping, often used in a maritime context.
    Each crew member has their own berth in the cabin.
    Chaque membre de l'équipage a sa propre berthe dans la cabine.
    A bed in a train or similar vehicle.
    We booked a berth for our overnight journey.
    Nous avons réservé une berthe pour notre voyage nocturne.
    In jargon, a place or location.
    He chose a berth near the window to enjoy the view better.
    Il a choisi une berthe près de la fenêtre pour mieux profiter de la vue.

    Etymology

    From Old Latin 'bertha' meaning 'bed' or 'bedding'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take a berth
    To reserve or occupy a space, often for sleeping.
    prendre une berthe
    to be on the berth
    To be at rest or on a break.
    être sur la berthe
    to make a berth
    To create a space for resting.
    faire une berthe

    Related Words

    bunk
    A bed on a train or a boat.
    couchette
    cabin
    An enclosed space on a boat or an airplane.
    cabine

    Slang Meanings

    A person who often rests.
    He is always on the berth, just sleeping.
    Il est toujours à la berthe, il ne fait que dormir.
    A comfortable place to relax.
    This chair is my favorite berth for reading.
    Cette chaise est ma berthe préférée pour lire.