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Écarte-toi

English translation of Écarte-toi

Get out of the way

The phrase 'Écarte-toi' is used in French to instruct someone to move aside or clear a path. It conveys urgency and is often used in contexts where immediate action is required to avoid obstruction. This command can be spoken in various situations, such as during crowded events or when someone is blocking a passage.


Example sentences using: Écarte-toi

Écarte-toi du chemin!

English translation of Écarte-toi du chemin!

Get out of the way!

This phrase is a direct command telling someone to move aside from the path.

Quand le bus arrive, écarte-toi pour laisser passer les passagers.

English translation of Quand le bus arrive, écarte-toi pour laisser passer les passagers.

When the bus arrives, get out of the way to let the passengers pass.

This sentence instructs someone to move aside when the bus arrives in order to allow passengers to board or disembark.

Écarte-toi, il y a une voiture qui arrive!

English translation of Écarte-toi, il y a une voiture qui arrive!

Get out of the way, there is a car coming!

This phrase warns someone to move quickly aside because a car is approaching, indicating the need for safety.

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