Chemins (en. Paths)

ʃəmɛ̃

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A way that allows one to go from one place to another.
There are several paths to reach the mountain.
Il existe plusieurs chemins pour atteindre la montagne.
Direction or method of progression.
He chose a different path in his career.
Il a choisi un chemin différent dans sa carrière.
A set of roads or tracks.
The hiking paths are marked in this region.
Les chemins de randonnée sont balisés dans cette région.

Etymology

From the Latin 'caminus', which means path.

Common Phrases and Expressions

take the path
Follow a route or a direction.
prendre le chemin
make paths
Traverse or explore ways.
faire des chemins
railway
Infrastructure for rail transportation.
chemin de fer

Related Words

trail
A small often natural way, reserved for pedestrians.
sentier
route
A roadway for vehicles.
route

Slang Meanings

A path difficult to traverse.
It was really a shitty path!
C'était vraiment un chemin de merde !
An atypical life journey.
He took a slightly crazy path, but he is happy.
Il a pris un chemin un peu fou, mais il est heureux.