Établissements (en. Establishments)
/etablisəˈmɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Structures or institutions created for a specific purpose.
Educational establishments play a crucial role in the training of young people.
Les établissements d'enseignement jouent un rôle crucial dans la formation des jeunes.
The set of premises and facilities of a company.
The company has several establishments across the country.
L'entreprise dispose de plusieurs établissements à travers le pays.
Places where economic activities take place.
These establishments attract many customers every week.
Ces établissements attirent de nombreux clients chaque semaine.
Etymology
The word 'establishments' comes from the verb 'establish', which means to create or set up.
Common Phrases and Expressions
educational establishment
School or college intended for the education of children.
établissement scolaire
public establishment
Institution managed by the state for public service.
établissement public
credit institution
Financial institution that provides loans.
établissement de crédit
Related Words
establish
To set up or found something.
établir
secondary establishment
Secondary level school, such as a high school.
établissement secondaire
commercial establishment
Business or store involved in trade.
établissement commercial
Slang Meanings
Small local establishment that usually serves simple dishes.
We go to the small local establishment to eat something.
On va au petit établissement du coin pour manger quelque chose.
Informal space where various activities take place.
This establishment is the meeting point for artists in the neighborhood.
Cet établissement est le point de rencontre des artistes du quartier.