Salles (en. Rooms)
/sal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Closed spaces intended to accommodate people.
The classrooms are ready for the students' return.
Les salles de classe sont prêtes pour le retour des élèves.
Rooms where events or meetings take place.
The conference room was filled with participants.
La salle de conférence était remplie de participants.
Spaces dedicated to particular activities, such as cinema or theatre.
They reserved a room to screen the movie.
Ils ont réservé une salle pour projeter le film.
Rooms or spaces reserved in a building.
The banquet halls can accommodate up to two hundred people.
Les salles de banquet peuvent accueillir jusqu'à deux cents personnes.
Etymology
The word 'salle' comes from the Latin 'sala', which designates a large room.
Common Phrases and Expressions
bathroom
Room intended for personal hygiene.
salle de bain
dining room
Room where meals are taken.
salle à manger
waiting room
Room where people wait before an activity.
salle d'attente
performance hall
Place where cultural events take place.
salle de spectacle
meeting room
Room used for assemblies or meetings.
salle de réunion
Related Words
lounge
Living room where guests are received.
salon
auditorium
Large room for conferences or performances.
auditorium
hall
Large space often used for events.
hall
office
Room or work space.
bureau
Slang Meanings
A party room or a room where music is played.
We're going to the room to dance tonight.
On va à la salle pour danser ce soir.
Familiar designation of an informal meeting space.
Meet at the room to discuss the projects.
Rendez-vous à la salle pour discuter des projets.