No. 174 in French
maison
House.
In a sentence
J'habite dans une maison au bord du lac.
I live in a house by the lake.
The word 'maison' is used here in its literal sense to mean a physical house or home as a place of residence.
Cette maison de couture est célèbre dans le monde entier.
This fashion house is famous throughout the world.
In this sentence, 'maison' refers metaphorically to an establishment or brand, specifically a fashion house.
Tu te sens chez toi dans ma maison.
You feel at home in my house.
Here, 'maison' signifies the concept of home, a comfortable and personal living place.
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