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nounverb

la distance

distance

C’est l’espace qui sépare deux points, deux objets ou deux personnes.

Definition & meaning

The French word distance refers to several related concepts:

  1. Spatial measurement: It denotes the length of the space between two points or objects. It is the physical interval separating two things.
  2. Abstract/Temporal measurement: It can refer to the interval of time between two events.
  3. Interpersonal behavior: It refers to a lack of intimacy, reserve, or a cold attitude in social relationships. It implies keeping a certain space between oneself and others.

Grammar & Word origin

  • Grammar: It is a feminine noun (une distance).
  • Origin: The word comes from the Latin distantia, derived from the verb distare, meaning "to stand apart" or "to be distant." It entered the French language in the 12th century.

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • Intervalle (interval)
  • Écart (gap/separation)
  • Eloignement (remoteness)
  • Espace (space)

Antonyms:

  • Proximité (proximity)
  • Voisinage (neighborhood/nearness)
  • Intimité (intimacy)

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Examples

Cette distance semble courte.noun

This distance seems short.

La distance entre les deux villes est grande.noun

The distance between the two cities is great.

Marie mesure la distance entre la maison et l’arrêt de bus.noun

Marie measures the distance between the house and the bus stop.

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