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piste

English translation of piste

track

The French word 'piste' is used in various contexts, similar to the English word 'track'. It can refer to a track in sports, a path or trail, or a track on a record or CD. In the context of sports, it could be a running track or a skiing track. As a path or trail, it might be used to describe a hiking or biking path. When referring to a track on a record or CD, it is the individual song or piece of music.


Example sentences using: piste

Je cherche la piste pour le vol.

English translation of Je cherche la piste pour le vol.

I am looking for the runway for the flight.

The French word 'piste' can be used in the context of aviation to refer to a runway. In this example, the speaker is looking for the correct runway for their flight.

La piste de danse est très animée ce soir.

English translation of La piste de danse est très animée ce soir.

The dance floor is very lively tonight.

'Piste' can also refer to a dance floor in French. In this context, the speaker is using 'piste de danse' to describe a scene where people are actively dancing and enjoying the night.

Je suis sur la bonne piste pour résoudre le problème.

English translation of Je suis sur la bonne piste pour résoudre le problème.

I am on the right track to solve the problem.

In this case, 'piste' refers to a path or a track. This phrase uses 'piste' in a metaphorical sense, suggesting the speaker is on the right path or approach to solving a problem.

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