Terrasses (en. Terraces)

/teʁas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Outdoor area often arranged for relaxation or reception.

We spent the evening on the terrace.

Nous avons passé la soirée sur la terrasse.

Tiered platform on sloping land.

Agricultural terraces allow for farming in mountainous areas.

Les terrasses agricoles permettent de cultiver les champs en montagne.

Flat surface outside a building.

The terrace of this café is very pleasant in the summer.

La terrasse de ce café est très agréable en été.

From Latin 'terracia', meaning 'flat space' or 'plateau'.

to have an aperitif on the terrace

Enjoying a drink on a terrace.

prendre l'apéritif en terrasse

sunny terrace

Terrace that receives a lot of sun.

terrasse ensoleillée

café terrace

Outdoor space of a café.

terrasse de café

balcony

Platform that extends from a wall, often outside a building.

balcon

garden

Cultivated land for vegetation, often outside.

jardin

outdoor space

Area located outside a building.

espace extérieur

Meeting place for friends.

Let's meet on the terrace to chat.

Rendez-vous sur la terrasse pour discuter.

Place to unwind after work.

After work, I like to meet on the terrace.

Après le boulot, j'aime me retrouver en terrasse.