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    L'envers (en. The reverse side)

    /lɑ̃.vɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    What is behind or at the back.
    He turned the fabric to see the reverse.
    Il a tourné le tissu pour voir l'envers.
    The hidden side of a situation.
    You should always look at the other side of things.
    Il faut toujours regarder l'envers des choses.
    The opposite side of a piece or an object.
    The reverse of the painting is also interesting.
    L'envers du tableau est aussi intéressant.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'envers', derived from 'en' and 'vers', indicating an opposite direction.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To see the other side of the coin
    Understanding the hidden reality of a situation.
    voir l'envers du décor
    The flip side of the coin
    The less pleasant aspects of a situation.
    l'envers de la médaille
    To give someone a glimpse of the other side
    To show someone what is hidden or less obvious.
    donner à quelqu'un un aperçu de l'envers

    Related Words

    Inverse
    Which is on the other side or opposite.
    inverse
    Reverse
    The other face, often considered the negative side.
    revers
    Side
    One of the faces or parts of something.
    côté

    Slang Meanings

    Negative or pessimistic view.
    Stop only seeing the negative side of things, try to be positive.
    Arrête de voir que l'envers des choses, essaie d'être positif.
    Unusual choice or orientation.
    Taking the reverse path can sometimes lead to surprises.
    Prendre l'envers du chemin peut parfois mener à des surprises.