là-derrière

back there, behind there

adverb lah-deh-RYEHR Rare

Usage Note

Là-derrière is a compound locative adverb pointing to a place behind or at the back, often in contrast to là-devant (in front there). It is informal and spatial, typically used in spoken French to direct someone's attention. The hyphenated form is standard, and it can also carry a figurative sense of 'behind that matter' in casual speech.

Examples

"Les clés sont là-derrière, sur l'étagère."

Natural Translation

The keys are back there, on the shelf.

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