C'est trop loin
That's too far
Language note: The word 'loin' means 'far'. It sounds a bit like 'loin' in English but is pronounced differently.
Culture note: In cities like Paris, 'far' might be a relative term given the traffic!
Context: You express concern about the suggested drop-off being too distant.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
C'
[[sɛ]]
It
Referring to a subject previously mentioned
C'est un bon film.
It is a good movie.
est
[[ɛ]]
is
Third person singular present of 'être'
Elle est là.
She is there.
trop
[[tro]]
too
Indicating an excessive degree
Il est trop tard.
It is too late.
loin
[[lwɛ̃]]
far
A great distance
C'est trop loin pour marcher.
It is too far to walk.
Phrase Parts
C'est
Trop loin
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