Porte de l'Inde
The English phrase 'gateway of india' is translated into French as Porte de l'Inde.
This phrase is used to refer to the Gateway of India.
Did you know?
- The French word porte shares a common ancestor with the English word 'portal'. Both come from the Proto-Indo-European root *per-, which means 'to pass through'.
- The phrase porte de is often used in French to name the historical entrances to cities. For example, the Porte Saint-Denis in Paris functions as a ceremonial gateway similar to the Gateway of India.
- French describes the 'Gateway of India' using the definite article l' before Inde because country names in French almost always require an article, unlike in English.
Examples in context
- As-tu déjà visité la Porte de l'Inde à Bombay?Have you ever visited the Gateway of India in Mumbai?
- La Porte de l'Inde est magnifique.The Gateway of India is magnificent.
- Nous allons visiter la Porte de l'Inde.We are going to visit the Gateway of India.
- Où se trouve la Porte de l'Inde ?Where is the Gateway of India located?
Example conversation
Manon and Hugo are planning a trip to Mumbai.
- ManonOn doit absolument voir la Porte de l'Inde.We absolutely must see the Gateway of India.
- HugoOui, c'est l'endroit le plus connu.Yes, it is the most well-known place.
- ManonC'est près de l'hôtel, Hugo ?Is it near the hotel, Hugo?
- HugoOui, la Porte de l'Inde est juste à côté.Yes, the Gateway of India is right next to it.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, porte, CC BY-SA 4.0.
