How to Say ‘To wait outside’ in French
Attendre dehors
ah-TAHN-druh duh-OR
[ah-TAHN-druh duh-OR]
💬 Usage Tip: Simple combo phrase. Great for describing the school pickup routine.
🇫🇷 In France: Standing outside the gate is a familiar scene in French school life.
Phrase Breakdown
Attendre
[ah-TAHN-druh]
to wait
Verb meaning to stay until someone or something arrives.
Attendre dehors est agréable quand il fait beau.
Waiting outside is pleasant when the weather is nice.
dehors
[duh-OR]
outside
Adverb showing location outside.
Attendre dehors permet de parler avec d'autres parents.
Waiting outside makes it possible to talk with other parents.
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