D'auberge (en. Inn)

[do.bɛʁʒ]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Establishment that offers lodging and meals to travelers.
We spent the night in a picturesque inn.
Nous avons passé la nuit dans une d'auberge pittoresque.
A meeting place where people can socialize.
The inn was full of travelers sharing stories.
L'auberge était pleine de voyageurs échangeant des histoires.

Etymology

From Old French 'albergue', of Germanic origin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Spanish inn
A place where everyone brings something, often used to describe a heterogeneous situation.
auberge espagnole
it’s an inn
Refers to a disordered or chaotic situation.
c'est une auberge

Related Words

innkeeper
Person who runs an inn.
aubergiste
restaurant
Establishment where meals are served.
restaurant
guesthouse
Temporary lodging, often in the countryside.
gîte

Slang Meanings

An inn with a relaxed atmosphere.
It’s a nice inn to relax after a long hike.
C'est une d'auberge sympa pour se détendre après une longue randonnée.
Expression to designate a crowded place.
This bar is a real inn tonight, impossible to find a spot!
Ce bar est une vraie d'auberge ce soir, impossible de trouver une place!