destination
/dɛs.ti.na.sjɔ̃/feminine
The English word "destination" is translated into French as destination.
The word destination refers to the place set for the end of a journey or the place to which something is being sent. In certain professional contexts, such as the transportation industry or when discussing participants in an organized event, the phrase Le point de chute may also be used.
Meaning: the place set for the end of a journey, or to which something is sent (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun destination is feminine. When using the definite article "the" with it, you must use the feminine form la destination.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 4 syllables: /dɛs.ti.na.sjɔ̃/.
Did you know?
- In French, the word destination can be used to describe the intended purpose or function of an object, not just a geographical location. For example, a building's destination refers to whether it is intended for commercial or residential use.
- When talking about a travel 'destination' in a poetic or romantic sense, French speakers often use le bout du monde, which means 'the end of the world'.
- French has a specific legal term destination des lieux used in property law. It refers to the permanent assignment of a part of a building to a specific use, which can be legally binding for future owners.
Examples in context
- Quelle est ta destination ?What's your destination?This sentence is useful for asking someone what their destination is.Tatoeba #2251717 by sacredceltic, translation #2234170 by CK
- Tu as atteint ta destination.You have reached your destination.This sentence is useful for stating that one has reached their destination.Tatoeba #4474008 by Petrus, translation #4442243 by Hybrid
- Quelle est votre destination ?What is your destination?Tatoeba #2251716 by sacredceltic, translation #2240911 by Hybrid
- As-tu déjà choisi le lieu où tu veux aller en vacances?Have you already chosen the place where you want to go on vacation?
- Tu as déjà choisi le lieu où tu veux aller pour tes prochaines vacances?Have you already chosen the place where you want to go for your next vacation?
- 41 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Manon and Hugo are discussing their travel plans.
- ManonQuelle est ta destination finale ?What is your final destination?
- HugoMa destination est Paris.My destination is Paris.
- ManonC'est une très belle destination.It is a very beautiful destination.
- HugoOui, j'ai hâte d'y arriver.Yes, I can't wait to get there.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “destination” translations and entries destination, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
