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    Entr'ouverte (en. Half-open)

    [ɑ̃tʁ‿ouvʁt]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to an opening that is not completely closed.
    The door was half-open, letting in a bit of light.
    La porte était entr'ouverte, laissant passer un peu de lumière.
    Indicates an intention to listen or welcome.
    With a half-open mind, she accepted others' ideas.
    Avec un esprit entr'ouvert, elle a accepté les idées des autres.
    A space broader than mere closure, inviting exploration.
    A half-open window lets in fresh air.
    Une fenêtre entr'ouverte laisse entrer l'air frais.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to open' with the prefix 'half-', suggesting a partial opening.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    half-open to the world
    To be open to others and their ideas.
    entr'ouverte sur le monde
    half-open door
    Indicates an opportunity for dialogue or exchange.
    porte entr'ouverte

    Related Words

    to open
    To let something be accessible.
    ouvrir
    to yawn
    To open wide, often involuntarily.
    bâiller
    to allow
    To allow something to happen.
    laisser

    Slang Meanings

    To be half ready to accept something.
    He is always half-open to new ideas.
    Il est toujours entr'ouverte sur les nouvelles idées.
    To have a flexible attitude.
    She has a half-open attitude towards difficult discussions.
    Elle a une attitude entr'ouverte envers les discussions difficiles.