Meaning
To indicate a significant distance from a location or object.
Cultural Background
French people often use 'loin de là' to politely disagree in professional settings. The usage is identical, though the pronunciation of 'loin' may be more nasal. Used in formal French education, standard usage applies. Standard usage, often used in precise geographical descriptions.
The 'd'' rule
Always use 'd'' before a vowel to make it sound smoother.
Meaning
To indicate a significant distance from a location or object.
The 'd'' rule
Always use 'd'' before a vowel to make it sound smoother.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
La gare est _____ la maison.
Loin de is the correct prepositional phrase for distance.
Choose the correct sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
When followed by a verb, use the infinitive with 'd'' (de).
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesLa gare est _____ la maison.
Loin de is the correct prepositional phrase for distance.
Which sentence is correct?
When followed by a verb, use the infinitive with 'd'' (de).
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, use 'dans longtemps' for time.
Related Phrases
À deux pas de
contrastVery close to
Au loin
similarIn the distance
