D'aller à la montagne
To go to the mountain
Language note: 'La montagne' refers both to visiting a mountain or mountainous area.
Culture note: France is home to parts of the Alps and Pyrenees, making skiing a popular activity.
Context: Continue your reply about visiting the mountains.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
D'
[da]
to
Used for expressing movement towards something.
Je veux d'aller voir mes amis.
I want to go see my friends.
aller
[a.le]
go
To move or proceed.
Je vais aller au magasin.
I am going to go to the store.
à
[a]
to
Expresses direction or location.
Allons à la plage.
Let's go to the beach.
la
[la]
the
Definite article used before a noun.
La mer est belle.
The sea is beautiful.
montagne
[mɔ̃.taɲ]
mountain
A large natural elevation of the earth's surface.
Nous allons à la montagne cet hiver.
We are going to the mountain this winter.
Phrase Parts
D'
To
Indicates purpose or goal.
Je rêve d’y aller.
I dream of going there.
aller
go
To move or travel to a place.
Je vais à Paris.
I am going to Paris.
à
to
Indicates direction or movement.
Je vais à la maison.
I am going home.
la montagne
the mountains
Refers to a large natural elevation.
J’adore la montagne.
I love the mountains.
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