Oasis (en. Oasis)

/o.azis/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A fertile area in a desert, often surrounded by palm trees and water.

We found an oasis where we could rest.

Nous avons trouvé une oasis où nous avons pu nous reposer.

A place of respite and calm in a difficult environment.

This hotel is an oasis of peace in the midst of the bustling city.

Cet hôtel est une oasis de paix au milieu de la ville agité.

A temporary refuge for travelers.

The caravans would stop at the oasis to resupply.

Les caravanes s'arrêtaient à l'oasis pour se réapprovisionner.

From the Latin 'oasis', itself derived from the Greek 'ὄασις', meaning a place of refuge.

oasis of comfort

A place that provides great comfort in difficult conditions.

oasis de confort

to find an oasis

Discover a reassuring or pleasant place in a stressful situation.

trouver une oasis

to make an oasis

Create a space for relaxation in your environment.

faire de l'oasis

desert

A vast stretch of barren land with little or no vegetation.

désert

spring

A natural water source where travelers can drink.

source

palm grove

An area planted with palm trees, often near an oasis.

palmeraie

A quiet place where one feels comfortable.

This little café is my oasis in this noisy neighborhood.

Cette petite cafétéria est mon oasis dans ce quartier bruyant.

A moment of peace amidst chaos.

Taking a bath can become my oasis after a long day.

Prendre un bain peut devenir mon oasis après une longue journée.