Ouvertes (en. Open)
/uvɛrt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is not closed.
The doors were open all night.
Les portes étaient ouvertes toute la nuit.
Refers to a receptive and welcoming attitude.
She has always had an open mindset towards new ideas.
Elle a toujours eu une mentalité ouverte envers les idées nouvelles.
In terms of availability, means accessible.
The store hours are very open.
Les horaires d'ouverture du magasin sont très ouverts.
Etymology
From the verb 'to open' with the past participle 'opened'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
open doors
Event allowing the public to visit a place.
les portes ouvertes
an open invitation
Invitation that everyone can respond to.
une invitation ouverte
an open discussion
Discussion without restrictions on the topics addressed.
une discussion ouverte
Related Words
to open
The action of making something accessible.
ouvrir
closed
Opposite of open, means that something is closed.
fermé
accessibility
Quality of being easily reachable or usable.
accessibilité
Slang Meanings
Open to others
He is really open to others and loves meeting new people.
Il est vraiment ouvert aux autres et aime rencontrer de nouvelles personnes.
Being in 'open' mode
After a difficult period, she is finally in open mode about her life.
Après une période difficile, elle est enfin en mode ouvert sur sa vie.