Le point de repère
Example: La tour est un point de repère dans la ville.
Definition
"Le point de repère" refers to a recognizable object or feature used to identify a location or guide navigation. For example, a tower serving as "le point de repère" helps people orient themselves within a city.
Etymology
The phrase "le point de repère" comes from French, where "point" means 'point' or 'spot,' and "repère" means 'mark' or 'reference.' Together, they describe a fixed reference spot used for orientation. Did you know the term is commonly used in navigation and mapping to help people find their way?
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"Le point de repère" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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