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    House (en. House)

    /mɛ.zɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Building where one lives.
    We bought a new house.
    Nous avons acheté une nouvelle maison.
    Members of the same family living together.
    The house is full of love.
    La maison est pleine d'amour.
    A place or an establishment (e.g., retirement home).
    He works in a youth house.
    Il travaille dans une maison de jeunes.

    Etymology

    Derives from the Latin 'mansionem', which means 'dwelling'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    country house
    A house located in the countryside.
    maison de campagne
    publishing house
    A company that publishes books.
    maison d'édition
    retirement home
    An establishment for elderly people.
    maison de retraite

    Related Words

    apartment
    Living space in a larger building.
    appartement
    building
    Building containing several housing units.
    immeuble

    Slang Meanings

    Dwelling
    We're meeting at a friend's dwelling.
    On se retrouve à la demeure d'un ami.
    At home
    I'm going home after work.
    Je vais rentrer chez moi après le travail.