English–French

“place” in French

French

Alsoplace · endroit · site · emplacement · positionner

Pronunciation

IPA/ljø/

Example

Ce lieu est très calme le soir.

This place is very quiet in the evening.

Illustration for lieu (place)

How to say “place” in French

“Place” in French is lieu.

A place understood as the setting or position of something happening or being found.

Full entry for lieu: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with lieu

Le lieu de naissance est indiqué sur le passeport.

The place of birth is indicated on the passport.

Tips for using lieu

  • In avoir lieu, lieu normally appears without an article, so the whole expression is learned as a fixed phrase.

Other French words for “place”

Je t'attends sur la place.

I'm waiting for you in the square.

Nous avons trouvé un endroit parfait pour manger.

We found the perfect place to eat.

masculine nounplace

Le site est calme et agréable pour se promener.

The place is quiet and pleasant for walking.

Cet emplacement est parfait pour le camping.

This place is perfect for camping.

Peux-tu positionner la chaise près de la table ?

Could you place the chair near the table?

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