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ouverture

English translation of ouverture

opening

The French word 'ouverture' translates to 'opening' in English. It can be used to describe the action of opening something, such as a door or a box. It can also refer to the beginning of something, like the opening of a show or a ceremony. In a musical context, 'ouverture' refers to an instrumental introduction to an opera or a ballet.


Example sentences using: ouverture

L'ouverture du magasin est à huit heures.

English translation of L'ouverture du magasin est à huit heures.

The store opening is at eight.

This sentence is referring to the time when a store opens, which is at eight o'clock.

L'ouverture de la pièce était spectaculaire.

English translation of L'ouverture de la pièce était spectaculaire.

The play's opening was spectacular.

In this context, 'ouverture' refers to the beginning or start of a theater play, which is described as being impressive or spectacular.

Il a fait une ouverture dans le mur.

English translation of Il a fait une ouverture dans le mur.

He made an opening in the wall.

Here, 'ouverture' is used in a physical context to describe a hole or opening that has been made in a wall.

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