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    Route (en. Road)

    /ʁut/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A path or passage allowing movement from one point to another.
    The road leading to the village is in poor condition.
    La route qui mène au village est en mauvais état.
    The route or journey taken by a vehicle.
    We planned our route to avoid traffic jams.
    Nous avons planifié notre route pour éviter les embouteillages.
    The chosen itinerary to get somewhere.
    He took the vacation route through the mountains.
    Il a pris la route des vacances par la montagne.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'rupta', derived from 'rumpere' which means 'to break', indicating a broken path.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hit the road
    To set off for a trip.
    prendre la route
    on the way to
    In the direction of.
    en route pour
    go off the road
    To deviate from one's usual course.
    sortir de route

    Related Words

    highway
    A heavily trafficked road, often tolls apply.
    autoroute
    truck driver
    Related to roads or road transport.
    routier
    itinerary
    A path or plan to follow.
    itinéraire

    Slang Meanings

    On the way to a party or outing.
    We're on our way to the party!
    On est en route pour la soirée!
    To move quickly on a road.
    We're speeding along the road.
    On file à toute vitesse sur la route.