Montbar (en. Montbar)
/mɔ̃.baʁ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Establishment offering beverages in a mountainous region.
We spent our evening at the local montbar after a hike.
Nous avons passé notre soirée au montbar local après une randonnée.
Meeting place for skiers and hikers.
The montbar at the ski area is always lively during winter.
Le montbar du domaine skiable est toujours animé pendant l'hiver.
Bar with a panoramic view of the mountains.
The montbar offers stunning views of the surrounding valleys.
Le montbar offre une vue imprenable sur les vallées environnantes.
Etymology
The word 'montbar' is a contraction of 'mountain' and 'bar', thus designating a bar in the mountains.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to meet at the montbar
To gather with friends in a bar located in the mountains.
se retrouver au montbar
to take a break at the montbar
To take a rest in a mountain bar after physical activity.
faire une pause au montbar
to enjoy a drink at the montbar
To try a local drink in a mountain bar.
déguster une boisson au montbar
Related Words
refuge
Mountain establishment where one can stay and eat.
refuge
alpine pasture
Mountain meadow where cows graze and cheese is made.
alpage
summit
Highest point of a mountain.
sommet
Slang Meanings
A place to gather and party after a day of skiing.
After a day on the slopes, we meet at the montbar to party.
Après une journée sur les pistes, on se retrouve au montbar pour faire la fête.
A place where the atmosphere is relaxed and friends can meet.
The montbar is the perfect place to relax after a long hike.
Le montbar est l'endroit parfait pour se détendre après une longue randonnée.