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    Falaises (en. Cliffs)

    [falɛz]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Vertical or nearly vertical geological formations, often by the sea.
    The cliffs of Etretat are famous for their natural arches.
    Les falaises de Etretat sont célèbres pour leurs arches naturelles.
    Steep areas that may present the risk of landslides.
    Hikers must be careful when approaching the cliffs.
    Les randonneurs doivent faire attention en s'approchant des falaises.
    Nesting sites for many seabirds.
    The cliffs shelter colonies of birds like gannets.
    Les falaises abritent des colonies d'oiseaux comme les fous de Bassan.

    Etymology

    The word 'falaises' comes from the Latin 'falaise', which refers to a rocky wall.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    falling off the cliff
    to be in danger or in a critical situation.
    tomber de la falaise
    to throw oneself into the void
    to act recklessly.
    se jeter dans le vide

    Related Words

    cliff
    A steep rocky wall.
    falaise
    coast
    A strip of land that borders the sea.
    côte
    erosion
    The process by which soil and rocks are worn away.
    erosion

    Slang Meanings

    To take a shot near the cliffs.
    He took risks by taking a shot near the cliffs.
    Il a pris des risques en tirant son coup près des falaises.
    To have a dizzying decline.
    His career experienced a dizzying decline, like a cliff fall.
    Sa carrière a connu une descente vertigineuse, comme une chute de falaise.