Entourés (en. Surrounded)

[ɑ̃.tu.ʁ.e]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Describes something or someone that is physically surrounded.
The trees were surrounded by ivy.
Les arbres étaient entourés de lierre.
Refers to a person who is in a protective or secure group.
She felt surrounded by close friends.
Elle se sentait entourée d'amis proches.
Used to describe an environment or setting that is enclosed or encircled.
The village was surrounded by mountains.
Le village était entouré de montagnes.

Etymology

The word 'surrounded' comes from the verb 'to surround', which means 'to wrap' or 'to encircle'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

surrounded by affection
Being surrounded by people who show love and support.
entouré d'affection
surrounded by mystery
Being in a situation or atmosphere that is enigmatic.
entouré de mystère
surrounded by bad advice
Receiving recommendations that are not beneficial.
entouré de mauvais conseils

Related Words

surround
Action of encircling or wrapping something.
entourer
environment
Everything that surrounds a person, thing, or place.
environnement
framing
Action of encircling or delimiting something.
encadrement