Extérieures (en. External)
/ɛks.te.ʁjœʁ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Located outside of a defined space.
The outdoor gardens of the house are beautiful.
Les jardins extérieurs de la maison sont magnifiques.
Related to the outside in relation to a specific place.
The outdoor rooms offer a stunning view of the sea.
Les pièces extérieures offrent une vue imprenable sur la mer.
Refers to rituals or events that take place outside.
The festival takes place in outdoor spaces.
Le festival a lieu dans des espaces extérieurs.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'exterior', which means 'more outside'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
It's nice outside.
It’s a beautiful temperature outside.
il fait bon dehors
spending time outdoors
To dedicate a moment to outdoor activities.
passer du temps à l'extérieur
to venture outside
To go out and explore places beyond the house.
s’aventurer à l’extérieur
Related Words
outside
Located outside.
extérieur
outside
Outside of a space or situation.
en dehors
open
Accessible or not closed.
ouvert
Slang Meanings
Refers to someone who is outside the norms.
She is always outside the conventions.
Elle est toujours à l'extérieur des conventions.
Refers to an outdoor party.
We're organizing an outdoor party for this summer.
On organise un exté pour cet été.