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To expose oneself to the sun's rays, often for tanning.
문화적 배경
The beach culture here is central to life. 'Prendre le soleil' is a daily ritual for locals and tourists alike. In Paris, 'prendre le soleil' often happens in public parks like the Jardin du Luxembourg or on café terraces. Sun-seeking is a major driver of tourism in Europe, with millions traveling south annually to 'prendre le soleil'.
Use it with 'en'
You can say 'J'aime être au soleil' but 'prendre le soleil' is more idiomatic for the activity.
Don't confuse with sunburn
Always remember that 'prendre' is positive. Use 'attraper' for negative sun outcomes.
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To expose oneself to the sun's rays, often for tanning.
Use it with 'en'
You can say 'J'aime être au soleil' but 'prendre le soleil' is more idiomatic for the activity.
Don't confuse with sunburn
Always remember that 'prendre' is positive. Use 'attraper' for negative sun outcomes.
Terrace culture
Mentioning you are 'en terrasse' to 'prendre le soleil' makes you sound like a local.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
Il aime _____ sur la plage.
This is the standard collocation for relaxing in the sun.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct sentence.
The definite article 'le' is required.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Tu fais quoi ? B: _____.
Contextually, this fits the theme of leisure.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
Match: Prendre le soleil
It refers to leisure, not injury or labor.
🎉 점수: /4
시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Il aime _____ sur la plage.
This is the standard collocation for relaxing in the sun.
Choose the correct sentence.
The definite article 'le' is required.
A: Tu fais quoi ? B: _____.
Contextually, this fits the theme of leisure.
왼쪽의 각 항목을 오른쪽의 짝과 연결하세요:
It refers to leisure, not injury or labor.
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
8 질문Yes, if it is sunny, you can still 'prendre le soleil' even if it is cold.
No, you can do it on a balcony, in a park, or on a terrace.
It is neutral and casual, not formal.
You can say 'Je bronze' or 'Je prends le soleil'.
No, always use 'le'.
Yes, it is a verb + noun collocation.
No, it's an idiom.
You can say 'Je prends un bain de soleil'.
관련 표현
Se dorer au soleil
synonymTo tan
Prendre un bain de soleil
similarTo sunbathe
Attraper un coup de soleil
contrastTo get a sunburn
