Plateau (en. Plateau)

/pla.to/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

An area of relatively flat or gently rolling land, typically situated at a high altitude.

We decided to have a picnic on the plateau overlooking the valley.

Nous avons décidé de faire un pique-nique sur le plateau surplombant la vallée.

A stable state or period of stagnation in a process.

After several weeks of training, he reached a plateau in his progress.

Après plusieurs semaines d'entraînement, il a atteint un plateau dans sa progression.

In geography, a flat surface often surrounded by hills or mountains.

The Colorado Plateau is famous for its unique landscapes.

Le plateau du Colorado est célèbre pour ses paysages unique.

From the Latin 'plat' meaning 'flat', derived through French.

to be on a plateau

To be in an easy or advantageous position.

être sur un plateau

to reach a plateau

To reach a stable level after a period of progress.

atteindre un plateau

to see life in a plateau

To adopt a calm or neutral perspective.

voir la vie en plateau

plain

An expanse of flat land, often fertile.

plaine

mountain

A natural elevation of land, higher than a hill.

montagne

valley

A depression in the land, typically between hills or mountains.

vallée

To be in a state of calm or mental tranquility.

Since he moved to the countryside, he is really on a plateau.

Depuis qu'il a déménagé à la campagne, il est vraiment sur un plateau.

To have less dynamism or creativity.

After having a brilliant idea, he remained on a plateau for a while.

Après avoir eu une idée brillante, il est resté sur un plateau pendant un certain temps.