Pont-neuf (en. New bridge)

/pɔ̃.nœf/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A famous stone bridge in Paris, which is the oldest bridge in the city.

The pont-neuf is an iconic place for tourists in Paris.

Le pont-neuf est un lieu emblématique pour les touristes à Paris.

A popular spot to relax by the Seine.

We spent the afternoon strolling on the pont-neuf.

Nous avons passé l'après-midi à nous promener sur le pont-neuf.

Origin of the term 'pont-neuf': 'pont' meaning a structure allowing to cross a body of water, and 'neuf' referring to its original character.

to make a pont-neuf

Taking the time to settle down or relax on the pont-neuf.

se faire un pont-neuf

to go to the water on the pont-neuf

Attending an event or meeting on the pont-neuf.

aller à l'eau sur le pont-neuf

Seine

The river that runs through Paris and under which the pont-neuf is located.

Seine

Paris

The capital of France where the pont-neuf is situated.

Paris

To go sightseeing

When someone goes to take pictures on the pont-neuf, we can say they are doing the pont-neuf.

Quand quelqu'un va prendre des photos sur le pont-neuf, on peut dire qu'il fait du pont-neuf.

To stroll aimlessly

We went to do the ponts-neufs this afternoon.

On est allé faire les ponts-neufs cet après-midi.