terrier de lapin
The English phrase "rabbit burrow" is translated into French as terrier de lapin.
The term refers to a hole or tunnel in the ground made by a rabbit to live in.
Did you know?
- In French, terrier can also refer to a historical land registry or a record of land tenure, rather than a hole in the ground.
- The word terrier is shared with a specific group of dog breeds, such as the 'Jack Russell', which were bred specifically to hunt in such holes.
- The word lapin is a linguistic evolution of lapereau, which eventually replaced the older French term connin.
Examples in context
- On voit un terrier de lapin près du jardin.We can see a rabbit burrow near the garden.
- Le terrier de lapin est très profond.The rabbit burrow is very deep.
- Attention à ne pas marcher sur ce terrier de lapin.Be careful not to step on this rabbit burrow.
Example conversation
Manon and Nathan are walking through a field.
- ManonRegarde, Nathan, il y a un terrier de lapin là.Look, Nathan, there is a rabbit burrow over there.
- NathanOh oui, il est caché sous les fleurs.Oh yes, it is hidden under the flowers.
- ManonEst-ce que tu penses qu'il est dedans ?Do you think he is inside?
- NathanC'est très probable.It is very likely.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, lapin, terrier, CC BY-SA 4.0.
