Îlot (en. Islet)

[i.lo]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A small piece of land in a body of water.

The island is inhabited by many species of birds.

L'îlot est habité par de nombreuses espèces d'oiseaux.

An isolated part of a whole.

This green island is a haven of peace in the middle of the city.

Cet îlot de verdure est un havre de paix au milieu de la ville.

In urban planning, a zone bounded by public roads.

The building island has been renovated for pedestrians.

L'îlot de constructions a été réaménagé pour les piétons.

Derived from the Latin 'insula', meaning island.

Heat island

An urban area that has a higher temperature than surrounding rural areas.

îlot de chaleur

Island of peace

A quiet place amidst the tumult.

îlot de paix

Island of safety

A zone protected from surrounding dangers.

îlot de sécurité

Insula

Latin term for island.

insula

Archipelago

Group of islands.

archipel

Lagoon

Aquatic space separated from the sea by an island.

lagune

Land

Landmass.

terre

An isolated place where one can retreat.

I need an island to meditate and recharge.

J'ai besoin d'un îlot pour méditer et me ressourcer.

Small group of friends or sharing.

We have our island in the café, it's our corner.

On a notre îlot dans le café, c'est notre coin.