Environnantes (en. Surrounding)

ɑ̃.vi.ʁɔ.nɑ̃t

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Related to the environment.
Surrounding conditions can affect our mood.
Les conditions environnantes peuvent affecter notre humeur.
That surrounds something.
The surrounding landscapes are beautiful in spring.
Les paysages environnants sont magnifiques au printemps.
Refers to nearby elements.
Surrounding factors must be taken into account.
Les facteurs environnants doivent être pris en compte.

Etymology

The word comes from the Latin 'invironare', which means to surround.

Common Phrases and Expressions

natural environment
The set of natural elements that surround a place.
environnement naturel
surrounding effects
The consequences due to the elements surrounding a situation.
effets environnants
surrounding conditions
The characteristics of the environment around an object or event.
conditions environnantes

Related Words

environment
The set of physical elements that surround an organism.
environnement
surroundings
The neighboring areas of a specific place.
alentours
to surround
To surround something or someone.
environner

Slang Meanings

Atmosphere or mood
The atmosphere of this party is really cool.
L'environnante de cette fête est vraiment cool.
Nearby environment
Look at the surroundings, it looks nice here.
Regarde l'environnante, ça a l'air sympa ici.