Enseignes (en. Signs)

/ɑ̃.sɛɲ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Sign or inscription visible from the outside indicating the name of a business.
The signs of the stores are often illuminated.
Les enseignes des magasins sont souvent lumineuses.
Distinctive mark of a product or company.
This clothing sign is very popular.
Cette enseigne de vêtements est très populaire.
Sun or star representing a brand or establishment.
He hung a wooden sign in front of his restaurant.
Il a accroché une enseigne en bois devant son restaurant.

Etymology

The word 'enseigne' comes from the Latin 'insignia', which means 'emblem' or 'mark'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

neon sign
Lighted sign used to attract customers' attention.
enseigne lumineuse
large sign
Reference to a large or generally recognized company.
grande enseigne
business sign
Used to refer to a poster or panel indicating a point of sale.
enseigne de commerce

Related Words

signal
Visual indication of an event or order.
signal
branding
Process of creating an identity for a brand.
branding
advertising
Action of making a product or service known.
publicité

Slang Meanings

Banner hung in the street to attract customers.
Look at that flashy sign, it must be a good place!
Regarde cette enseigne flashy, ça doit être un bon endroit !
Phrase used to refer to a well-known or popular business.
In Paris, luxury signs are everywhere!
À Paris, les enseignes de luxe sont partout !