L'ascenseur
Example: L'ascenseur est en panne, il faut prendre les escaliers.
Definition
"L'ascenseur" refers to a mechanical device used for vertically transporting people or goods between different floors of a building. It is commonly found in residential, commercial, and public buildings, providing easy and efficient access without the need to use stairs.
Etymology
The word "l'ascenseur" comes from the French verb 'ascendre,' meaning 'to ascend,' combined with the suffix '-eur,' which indicates an agent or device performing an action. Did you know? The concept of an elevator dates back to ancient times, but the modern electric elevator was invented in the 19th century, revolutionizing building design and accessibility.
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"L'ascenseur" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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