Situé (en. Located)

/si.tᶙ.e/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Describes the location or position of an object or place.
The house is situated near the park.
La maison est située près du parc.
Used to refer to the context or situation of a concept.
It is important to properly situate the problem before seeking a solution.
Il est important de bien situer le problème avant de chercher une solution.
Referring to geographic location.
This city is well situated on the map.
Cette ville est bien située sur la carte.

Etymology

From the verb 'to situate', derived from the Latin 'situare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

well situated
Having a good location.
bien situé
poorly situated
Having a bad location.
mal situé
situated at
Indicates the precise locality of a place.
situé à

Related Words

situation
The state of a place or person in relation to their environment.
situation
site
Particular location marked by a characteristic.
site
location
The action of situating something.
localisation

Slang Meanings

To be aware of something.
I am well situated on what is happening in the neighborhood.
Je suis bien situé sur ce qui se passe dans le quartier.
To be placed in a good social or professional position.
She is very well situated in her company.
Elle est très bien située dans son entreprise.