Meaning
To state that a place is a short distance away.
Cultural Background
French people often walk more than Americans, so 'près' might mean a 10-minute walk.
Pronunciation
Don't pronounce the 's' at the end.
Meaning
To state that a place is a short distance away.
Pronunciation
Don't pronounce the 's' at the end.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
La gare est ____ d'ici.
Use 'près' to mean close.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesLa gare est ____ d'ici.
Use 'près' to mean close.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it's neutral.
Related Phrases
C'est loin
contrastIt is far.