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    Là-dedans (en. In there)

    /la dédã/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    Indicates a place that is inside.
    There are books in there.
    Il y a des livres là-dedans.
    Used to refer to a closed space.
    Don't put your hands in there.
    Ne mets pas tes mains là-dedans.
    Can evoke a state of mind or personal reflection.
    In there, I don't feel well.
    Là-dedans, je ne me sens pas bien.

    Etymology

    Derived from 'there' (at this place) and 'inside' (within).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    look in there
    Take a look inside.
    regarde là-dedans
    it's dark in there
    There is little light inside.
    là-dedans c'est sombre
    think about in there
    Think deeply about what’s happening inside.
    pense à là-dedans
    whatever you do in there
    No matter what happens inside.
    quoi que tu fasses là-dedans

    Related Words

    inside
    Inside.
    dedans
    outside
    Outside.
    extérieur
    interior
    The inner part of an object or space.
    intérieur
    locked in
    Enclosed or confined space.
    enfermé

    Slang Meanings

    To refer to a secret place or hidden spot.
    It's a well-kept secret in there.
    C'est un secret bien gardé là-dedans.
    To evoke personal thoughts or feelings.
    He has stuff in there that bothers him.
    Il a des trucs là-dedans qui le tracassent.