L'attrait (en. The attraction)
/la.tʁɛ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Attraction exerted on someone or something.
The appeal of natural landscapes is undeniable.
L'attrait des paysages naturels est indéniable.
Quality of a person, object, or place that arouses interest.
Its attraction lies in its charismatic personality.
Son attrait réside dans sa personnalité charismatique.
Element that attracts or charms.
The appeal of this city is found in its history and culture.
L'attrait de cette ville se trouve dans son histoire et sa culture.
Etymology
From the Latin 'attrahere', meaning 'to attract' or 'to pull towards'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have appeal
To be attractive or appealing.
avoir de l'attrait
the appeal of danger
Attraction exerted by something risky or forbidden.
l'attrait du danger
to lose its allure
To become less interesting or less captivating.
en perdre l'attrait
Related Words
to attract
To cause attraction.
attirer
to seduce
To captivate by charm.
séduire
charming
That exerts charm.
charmant
Slang Meanings
Sexual attraction.
He has a certain appeal that leaves no one indifferent.
Il a un certain attrait qui ne laisse pas indifférent.
Popularity or coolness.
This new café has a lot of appeal among young people.
Ce nouveau café a beaucoup d'attrait auprès des jeunes.