Le visa
Example: J'ai demandé le visa pour voyager en Europe cet été.
Definition
"Le visa" is an official document or stamp issued by a country that allows a person to enter, stay, or travel through its territory for a specified period. It is often required for international tourism, as in the phrase 'J'ai demandé le visa pour voyager en Europe cet été.'
Etymology
The word "le visa" comes from the Latin word 'videre,' meaning 'to see.' It originally referred to the official approval or examination seen on documents. Over time, it evolved to mean the authorization needed for entry into a foreign country, reflecting the need for official scrutiny before travel.
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"Le visa" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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