French word

évasion

Pronunciation

IPA/evazjɔ̃/

Meaning

  • feminine noundiversion

Example

J'ai besoin d'une petite évasion ce soir.

I need a little diversion tonight.

Illustration for évasion (diversion)

More examples

Après une journée stressante, une promenade est une évasion mentale.

After a stressful day, a walk is a mental escape.

Core concept

A brief activity that opens a door away from everyday worries.

Common phrases

  • petite évasion

    a brief escape

  • un moment d'évasion

    a moment of escape

  • évasion mentale

    mental escape

Similar words

détente: A relaxed state in which physical and mental tension eases.
distraction: A diversion that turns attention elsewhere and helps ease distress.
pause: A short break from an activity for rest.
loisir: An enjoyable activity or hobby pursued during free time.

Definition in French

Moment ou activité courte qui permet d'oublier temporairement ses soucis et de se changer les idées.

Word origin

French évasion comes from Latin evasio, based on evadere, 'to get away', with the idea of getting out extended to temporary psychological relief.

Usage tips

  • After besoin de, the noun appears as besoin d'une évasion because de elides before the vowel sound in une.

Other meanings

  • escapismnoun
  • escapenoun

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