French Conversation · Level 24
90 words
French word
galerie
Pronunciation
IPA/galəʁi/
Meaning
- feminine noungallery
Example
Dans cette galerie, il y a une exposition intéressante.
There is an interesting exhibition in this gallery.
More examples
La galerie souterraine relie deux bâtiments.
The underground passage connects two buildings.
Core concept
An indoor passage arranged as a place for people to view artworks.
Common phrases
galerie d'exposition
exhibition gallery
galerie souterraine
underground passage
Similar words
galerie d'art: An indoor space devoted specifically to displaying works of art.
espace d'exposition: A large indoor or outdoor area used for exhibitions.
musée: An institution that preserves and displays works for public viewing.
Definition in French
Espace, souvent couvert, destiné à exposer des œuvres d'art et à recevoir des visiteurs.
Word origin
The French noun was borrowed from Italian galleria, ultimately from Medieval Latin galeria, and its architectural meaning developed into the sense of an art-display space.
Usage tips
- Galerie d'art makes the art-gallery meaning explicit, since galerie alone can also refer to a passage or arcade.