Étang (en. Pond)

/etɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A natural or artificial body of water, shallow and surrounded by land.

Ducks swim peacefully on the pond.

Les canards nagent paisiblement sur l'étang.

A space conducive to aquatic life and biodiversity.

This pond is a habitat for many species of frogs.

Cet étang est un habitat pour de nombreuses espèces de grenouilles.

A recreational area, often located in a park or nature reserve.

Families love to picnic near the park's pond.

Les familles aiment pique-niquer près de l'étang du parc.

The origin of the word pond comes from the Latin 'stagnum', meaning 'marsh' or 'pond'.

to dive into the pond

To immerse oneself in the water of a pond, often used metaphorically to mean engaging in an activity.

plonger dans l'étang

to skip stones on the pond

To play at skipping stones across the surface of the water.

faire des ricochets sur l'étang

to fish at the pond

To practice fishing in a pond.

pêcher à l'étang

marsh

A small body of water, usually with stagnant surface.

mare

lake

A large body of water surrounded by land.

lac

stream

A small flowing body of water.

ruisseau

A place of tranquility, away from urban stress.

After a week of work, I love spending time by the pond; it's my bubble of peace.

Après une semaine de travail, j'adore passer du temps au bord de l'étang, c'est ma bulle de paix.

A spot to relax and enjoy nature.

We'll meet at the pond this weekend for a barbecue.

On se retrouve à l'étang ce week-end pour faire un barbecue.