galerie d'art
The English phrase 'art gallery' is translated into French as galerie d'art.
The term galerie d'art refers to a space where works of art are placed on display.
Meaning: space where works of art are placed on display (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of galerie (gallery) and d'art (of art).
Which one should you use?
While galerie d'art often refers to commercial spaces that sell art, musée d'art is used for public institutions that house collections.
Did you know?
- While galerie d'art is common, French speakers often use the term vernissage to describe the opening night of a gallery exhibition, which literally means 'varnishing'.
- In France, the term galerie can also describe a long hallway or a shopping arcade, such as the famous Galeries Lafayette, which is a department store rather than an art space.
- In certain French contexts, especially in older literature, a galerie could refer to a 'gallery' of people, such as a group of courtiers or spectators.
Examples in context
- Puis-je visiter une galerie d'art?Can I visit an art gallery?This sentence is useful for asking permission to visit a galerie d'art.Tatoeba #7553004 by tras, translation #4402216 by hakkeb
- Puis-je visiter une galerie d'art ?May I visit an art gallery?Tatoeba #548642 by sacredceltic, translation #1742370 by belgavox
- Quand as-tu été dans une galerie d'art pour la dernière fois ?When was the last time you went to an art gallery?This sentence is useful for asking about the last time someone went to a galerie d'art.Tatoeba #4381658 by sacredceltic, translation #4369225 by CK
- J'ai visité une magnifique galerie d'art hier.I visited a magnificent art gallery yesterday.
- On se retrouve à la galerie pour voir l'exposition.Let's meet at the gallery to see the exhibition.
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Example conversation
Nathan and Léa are walking through the city center.
- NathanConnais-tu une bonne galerie d'art ici ?Do you know a good art gallery here?
- LéaOui, il y a une nouvelle galerie d'art dans cette rue.Yes, there is a new art gallery on this street.
- NathanC'est parfait, j'aimerais beaucoup y aller.That's perfect, I would love to go there.
- LéaAlors, allons voir cette galerie d'art ensemble !So, let's go see this art gallery together!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
