Logis (en. Home)
/lɔ.ʒis/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A place to stay.
She found a comfortable place in the city.
Elle a trouvé un logis confortable en ville.
A temporary housing.
He stayed in a lodging during his vacation.
Il est resté dans un logis pendant ses vacances.
A house or an apartment.
They bought a place close to the beach.
Ils ont acheté un logis proche de la plage.
Etymology
From Old French 'logis', derived from 'loger'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have a place to live
Having a place to live.
avoir un logis
to find a place
Discovering a place to reside.
trouver un logis
temporary accommodation
A provisional housing.
logis temporaire
Related Words
housing
A generic term for a livable space.
logement
shelter
A space for protection, often temporary.
abri
house
A structure designed to be inhabited.
maison
Slang Meanings
A place where one parties.
Tonight, we're going to her place for a party.
Ce soir, on va chez elle pour un logis.
A spot where one hangs out.
It's our usual hangout after school.
C'est notre logis habituel après l'école.