French phrase
Est-ce près d'ici ?
Meaning
Is it near here?
When to use it
A short, polite question about whether something is nearby. Commonly used when asking for directions and natural with strangers.
Example dialogue
Excusez-moi. Est-ce près d'ici ?
Excuse me. Is it near here?
Oui, c'est à cinq minutes à pied.
Yes, it's a five-minute walk.