promenade de planches
The English word "boardwalk" is translated into French as promenade de planches.
The term refers to a slightly elevated path designed specifically for pedestrians.
Meaning: slightly elevated path for pedestrians (noun)
Did you know?
- If you are walking on a boardwalk in France, you might say you are going to flâner, a verb that describes the specific art of wandering aimlessly for pleasure without a fixed destination.
- While promenade de planches describes the structure, French speakers often use the single word digue to refer to a sea wall or a coastal walkway, even if it is not made of wood.
- The term promenade is so central to French seaside culture that it often refers to the social ritual of seeing and being seen rather than the physical path.
Examples in context
- Nous nous promenons sur la Promenade pour profiter de la vue sur la mer.We are strolling along the boardwalk to enjoy the ocean view.
Example conversation
Hugo and Chloé are visiting a beach town.
- HugoRegarde, Chloé, il y a une promenade de planches !Look, Chloé, there is a boardwalk!
- ChloéC'est magnifique, Hugo. Allons-y !It's magnificent, Hugo. Let's go!
- HugoEst-ce qu'on peut louer des vélos ici ?Can we rent bikes here?
- ChloéJe pense que c'est interdit sur la promenade.I think it's forbidden on the boardwalk.
