Lieux (en. Places)

/ljø/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Special or significant places.
Historical places are often visited by tourists.
Les lieux historiques sont souvent visités par des touristes.
Geographic or physical spaces.
This spot is one of the most frequented places in the city.
Cet endroit est l'un des lieux les plus fréquentés de la ville.
Areas where activities take place.
Meeting places are important in a community.
Les lieux de rencontre sont importants dans une communauté.
Designated locations for a specific activity.
Performance venues host many events each year.
Les lieux de spectacle accueillent de nombreux événements chaque année.
Symbolic or cultural spaces.
Memorial places are essential for preserving history.
Les lieux de mémoire sont essentiels pour préserver l'histoire.

Etymology

The word 'places' is the plural of 'place', derived from the Latin 'locus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

places of interest
Places worth visiting.
lieux d'intérêt
living places
Pedestrian or community spaces where people interact.
lieux de vie
public places
Spaces accessible to all, such as parks or squares.
lieux publics
emblematic places
Sites that symbolize a culture or history.
lieux emblématiques

Related Words

local
A specific context or framework.
locale
locus
The location of an event or activity.
locus
site
A place where something is or was located.
site
space
An expanse or volume in which objects exist.
espace
zone
A defined region or sector.
zone

Slang Meanings

A good place to hang out.
This bar is one of the best places in town.
Ce bar est un des meilleurs lieux en ville.
A trendy spot.
This café is the trendy place these days.
Ce café est le lieu à la mode ces jours-ci.