Marche (en. Walk)

/maʁʃ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A surface or place with stairs or a ramp, where one can walk.
The march to the summit was difficult.
La marche vers le sommet était difficile.
A mode of movement on foot, in rhythm.
Taking a daily walk is beneficial for health.
Faire une marche quotidienne est bénéfique pour la santé.
The evolution of a movement, an action.
The march of events is often unpredictable.
La marche des événements est souvent imprévisible.
verb
To move by placing one foot in front of the other.
I walk every morning in the park.
Je marche tous les matins au parc.
To function, to be in progress.
The engine is running very well.
Le moteur marche très bien.

Etymology

The word 'march' comes from the Latin 'marchare', which means 'to advance'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

walking
Exclusive movement on foot.
marche à pied
reverse march
Movement backward.
marche arrière
forced march
Imposed movement, often in a military context.
marche forcée

Related Words

walker
A person who walks.
marcheur
to walk
The action of moving on foot.
marcher
merchandise
An object or product for sale.
marchandise

Slang Meanings

When things are working well.
Everything is going smoothly!
Tout marche comme sur des roulettes !
Taking good initiatives.
It has to work, otherwise we're in trouble.
Il faut que ça marche, sinon on est dans le pétrin.