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    Céans (en. Here)

    /se.ɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    Indicates a precise location, often used in a legal context.
    The events took place here.
    Les faits se sont déroulés céans.
    Refers to a specific geographical position.
    The witness added that the suspect was here.
    Le témoin a ajouté que le suspect se trouvait céans.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'hic', meaning 'here'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    here in the courtyard
    In the courtyard, right here.
    céans la cour
    here in the building
    In this specific building.
    céans le bâtiment

    Related Words

    here
    Indicates a location close to the speaker.
    ici
    there
    Refers to a distant location.
    là

    Slang Meanings

    Used in a familiar register to denote a place.
    We'll meet here, at the corner of the street!
    On se retrouve céans, au coin de la rue !
    Sometimes used to refer to a safe place.
    Don't worry, you are here.
    Ne t'inquiète pas, tu es céans.