C'est loin?
How far?
Language note: A simple 'C'est loin?' can save a lot of walking!
Culture note: In city centers, most places are walkable, but distances can be deceptive.
Context: You're unsure of the distance and curious how far your destination is.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
C'
[s]
It
Used as a subject for a non-living thing or idea.
C'est loin de la gare?
Is it far from the station?
est
[ɛ]
is
Verb to indicate state or occurrence.
C'est une belle journée.
It is a beautiful day.
loin
[lwɛ̃]
far
Indicating a great distance.
La plage est très loin.
The beach is very far.
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