No. 1,711 in French
street
The French word for "street" is "rue," meaning a road in a city or town lined with buildings.
In a sentence
Je marche dans la rue chaque matin.
I walk on the street every morning.
Here, 'rue' is used to denote a physical street or road in the context of everyday walking activity.
La rue principale de la ville est bordée de magasins.
The main street in the city is lined with shops.
In this sentence, 'rue' refers to a significant or notable street within an urban area.
Les enfants jouent souvent dans la rue après l'école.
Children often play on the street after school.
Here, 'rue' is used to describe a location where children engage in recreational activities.
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