Promenades (en. Walks)
/pʁɔ.mə.nad/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A walk is a pleasant stroll outdoors.
We took a walk in the park yesterday afternoon.
Nous avons fait une promenade au parc hier après-midi.
A path or a place specifically designed for walking.
The walk along the river is very popular.
La promenade le long de la rivière est très populaire.
An event or outing often social in nature.
The Sunday walk attracts many families.
La promenade de dimanche attire de nombreuses familles.
Etymology
From the verb 'promener', from the Latin 'promenare' meaning to move in front.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to take a walk
Taking the time to walk in a pleasant place.
faire une promenade
family walk
A walk with family members.
promenade en famille
Sunday walk
A tradition of walking on Sundays.
promenade du dimanche
romantic walk
A stroll taken with a loved one.
promenade romantique
Related Words
to walk
The action of leading or accompanying someone on foot along a route.
promener
to stroll
Moving aimlessly, taking one's time.
flâner
stroll
A pleasant walk, often in nature.
balade
Slang Meanings
To wander aimlessly
We're taking a little walk around the neighborhood tonight.
On se fait une petite promenade dans le quartier ce soir.
To go out and relax
I need to take a walk to unwind.
J'ai besoin de faire une promenade pour décompresser.