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    Superficie (en. Area)

    /sy.pɛʁ.fi.si/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The set of limits of a surface.
    The surface area of this land is 500 square meters.
    La superficie de ce terrain est de 500 mètres carrés.
    Measure in square units of a surface.
    We calculated the surface area of the rooms.
    Nous avons calculé la superficie des chambres.
    The external character or appearance of a thing.
    He focuses on the surface of problems instead of their depth.
    Il se concentre sur la superficie des problèmes au lieu de leur profondeur.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'superficies', composed of 'super' (above) and 'facies' (form).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cultivated surface
    Surface used for cultivation.
    superficie cultivée
    built surface
    Surface occupied by buildings.
    superficie bâtie
    total surface
    The sum of all surfaces of a space.
    superficie totale

    Related Words

    surface
    The outer interface of an object.
    surface
    space
    The extent of the surface of a place.
    espace
    zone
    A specific part of the surface.
    zone

    Slang Meanings

    A term used to designate a surface in non-technical discussions.
    Look at this surface, it's perfect for putting a tent.
    Regarde cette superficie, elle est parfaite pour y mettre une tente.
    A casual way of talking about a space without giving precise measurements.
    It's been a while since I've seen this place, the surface is still just as beautiful.
    Ça fait un moment que je n'ai pas vu cet endroit, la superficie est toujours aussi belle.