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    Colline (en. Hill)

    /kɔ.lin/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Natural elevation of the earth's surface, rounded in shape.
    The hill offers a panoramic view of the valley.
    La colline offre une vue panoramique sur la vallée.
    Land slightly elevated compared to the surrounding ground level.
    They built their house on a hill.
    Ils ont construit leur maison sur une colline.
    A hill is often covered with trees or shrubs.
    The hill was covered with flowers in spring.
    La colline était couverte de fleurs au printemps.

    Etymology

    Originates from the Latin 'collina', derived from 'collis' which means 'hill' or 'knoll'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to go down the hill
    To move to a lower level from a hill.
    descendre la colline
    to go up the hill
    To move to a higher level on a hill.
    monter la colline
    to be on the hill
    To be in a better position or situation.
    être sur la colline

    Related Words

    mountain
    Elevation of land greater than a hill.
    montagne
    valley
    Area of land between two hills or mountains.
    vallée
    slope
    Inclination of a surface, often related to a hill.
    pente

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a quiet place often elevated.
    We're going to chill on the hill, it's relaxing.
    On va se poser sur la colline, c'est relax.
    Represents a situation of distance from urban noise.
    I love spending my weekends on this hill, away from the noise.
    Jadore passer mes weekends sur cette colline, loin du bruit.