Située (en. Located)
/si.tɥe/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Positioned in a specific place.
The house is situated by the sea.
La maison est sitúée au bord de la mer.
In a geographical context.
This city is situated between two mountains.
Cette ville est sitúée entre deux montagnes.
Described by its local characteristics.
The school is situated in a quiet neighborhood.
L'école est sitúée dans un quartier calme.
Etymology
From the verb 'to situate', derived from the Latin 'situare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
situated in the heart of
In a central or very accessible location.
située en plein cœur
situated away from
Situated far from other places or in an isolated spot.
située à l'écart
situated nearby
Situated near something.
située à proximité
situated at a height
Situated at a high level.
située en hauteur
Related Words
situation
State or condition in which someone or something is found.
situation
situational
Relating to a particular situation or context.
situationnel
situated (feminine noun)
Feminine form of 'situated', describing a place.
située (n.f.)
Slang Meanings
To place in a humorous context.
He is so situated in his own world that he notices nothing.
Il est tellement sitúé dans son monde qu’il ne remarque rien.
To mention a place without precision.
It's a bit situated where there's noise!
C’est un peu situé là où il y a du bruit!