atmosphère
atmosphere
noun ah-mos-FAIR Less Common
Origin: Greek 'atmos' (vapour) + 'sphaira' (sphere)
Also means
ambience
Usage Note
Atmosphère covers both the physical layer of gases around the Earth and the mood or feel of a place. In casual French, saying il y a une bonne atmosphère ici is a natural way to praise a venue's vibe. The adjective atmosphérique describes weather-related or mood-setting qualities.
Examples
"L'atmosphère de ce café est chaleureuse."
Natural Translation
The atmosphere of this café is warm.
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