Parcs (en. Parks)

/paʁk/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A fenced and landscaped area, generally for the enjoyment of visitors.
Children often play in the city's parks.
Les enfants jouent souvent dans les parcs de la ville.
A protected natural area, often inhabited by wild animals.
The national park is home to many endangered species.
Le parc national abrite de nombreuses espèces menacées.
A public space, enhanced with gardens, trees, and pathways.
We had a picnic in the park near our home.
Nous avons pique-niqué dans le parc près de chez nous.

Etymology

From the Latin 'parcus', meaning 'enclosed' or 'enclosure'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To go to the park
Visiting a park to relax or have fun.
aller au parc
To take a stroll in the park
Taking a walk in a park.
faire un tour au parc
The amusement park
A place with rides and shows.
le parc d'attractions

Related Words

Wildlife park
An area where animals are raised and presented to the public.
parc animalier
Urban park
A park located in a city.
parc urbain
National park
A protected area, often for nature conservation.
parc national

Slang Meanings

To relax or unwind in a park.
We go to the park to sit down for a while.
On va au parc pour se poser un moment.
To party outdoors in a park.
They organized a barbecue in the park.
Ils ont organisé un barbecue dans le parc.