La rue
Example: Les enfants jouent dans la rue près de la maison.
Definition
"La rue" refers to a public road or street in a town or city, typically lined with buildings and used by pedestrians and vehicles. It is the space where people often walk, meet, and where various activities take place, as in the example of children playing near a house.
Etymology
The French term "la rue" originates from the Latin word "ruga," meaning wrinkle or fold, which evolved to signify a narrow street or alley. Over time, "rue" came to denote a public street, reflecting how early streets often followed natural folds or paths in the landscape.
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"La rue" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (Mixed) - set 1", containing 20 commonly used words.
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