L'entrée (en. The entrance)

/lɑ̃.tʁe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Passage allowing access to a place.
The entrance of the house is decorated with flowers.
L'entrée de la maison est décorée de fleurs.
First dish served during a meal.
We started dinner with a salmon appetizer.
Nous avons commencé le dîner avec une entrée de saumon.
Act of committing to a field or activity.
His entry into the world of music was marked by this concert.
Son entrée dans l'univers de la musique a été marquée par ce concert.

Etymology

From Old French 'entree', derived from Latin 'intrata'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Introduction to a topic
Introduction to a subject or discussion.
entrée en matière
Entry-level
Basic product or affordable price.
entrée de gamme
Make a striking entrance
Arrive in a spectacular manner.
faire une entrée remarquée

Related Words

To enter
Action of entering or accessing a place.
entrer
Entry into life
The beginning of existence or a career.
entrée dans la vie
Hindrance
That which prevents access or movement.
entrave

Slang Meanings

Familiar synonym for a small appetizer.
Let's get a small appetizer, do you want some tapas?
On va se faire une petite entrée, tu veux des tapas ?