détour
detour / side trip
Advanced Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/de.tuʁ/
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Cultural Note
'Vaut le détour' (worth the detour) is a phrase made famous by the Michelin Guide, where it is used as a rating for restaurants and attractions. A destination rated 'vaut le détour' is worth going out of your way to visit.
📝 Example Sentences
Ce village vaut le détour.
This village is worth the detour.
Nous avons fait un petit détour pour voir les gorges.
We made a small detour to see the gorges.