Pelouses (en. Lawns)

/pə.lu.zo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A carpet of grass planted in an open space.
The lawns in the park are well maintained.
Les pelouses du parc sont bien entretenues.
Land or surface where grass grows.
He placed a bench on the lawn.
Il a mis un banc sur la pelouse.
Green spaces intended for aesthetics or leisure.
Public lawns are a popular spot for picnics.
Les pelouses publiques sont un endroit prisé pour les pique-niques.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'lawn', which comes from the Latin 'pala', meaning 'shovel', referring to the way the soil is prepared.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mowing the lawn
Cutting the grass of a lawn to maintain it.
tondre la pelouse
walking on the lawn
Walking on a grassy area, often to relax.
se promener sur la pelouse
playing on the lawn
Engaging in fun activities on a grassy field.
jouer sur la pelouse

Related Words

garden
Cultivated land, often with plants and lawns.
jardin
green space
Natural area, typically covered with vegetation.
espace vert
grass
Synonym of lawn, often used in a sports context.
gazon

Slang Meanings

Frequenting a grassy place to relax.
We're going to the lawn tonight to enjoy the nice weather.
On va à la pelouse ce soir pour profiter du beau temps.
Informal gathering space.
The lawn is where all the young people meet up.
La pelouse est l'endroit où tous les jeunes se retrouvent.