La largeur
Example: La largeur de la table permet d'accueillir six personnes.
Definition
"La largeur" refers to the measurement or extent of something from side to side. It indicates how wide an object or space is, such as in the phrase "La largeur de la table permet d'accueillir six personnes," meaning the table's width allows seating for six people.
Etymology
The term "la largeur" comes from the Old French word "largeur," which derives from "large," meaning wide or broad. This in turn traces back to the Latin word "largus," meaning abundant or ample. Did you know? The concept of width has been essential in architecture and design for centuries, and "la largeur" captures this measurement perfectly.
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"La largeur" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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