maison

This is the 174th most frequent French word.


maison

House.


The word 'maison' is used here in its literal sense to mean a physical house or home as a place of residence.

J'habite dans une maison au bord du lac.

I live in a house by the lake.


In this sentence, 'maison' refers metaphorically to an establishment or brand, specifically a fashion house.

Cette maison de couture est célèbre dans le monde entier.

This fashion house is famous throughout the world.


Here, 'maison' signifies the concept of home, a comfortable and personal living place.

Tu te sens chez toi dans ma maison.

You feel at home in my house.