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haven in French

haven in French is havre, port, abri — haven means a place of safety or shelter from danger or trouble.

haven in French

havre
noun
(literal, dated) A harbour or anchorage protected from the sea.
port
noun
(literal, dated) A harbour or anchorage protected from the sea.
abri
noun
A peaceful or tranquil place.
havre
noun
A peaceful or tranquil place.
refuge
noun
A peaceful or tranquil place.
asile
noun
A peaceful or tranquil place.
havre de paix
noun
A peaceful or tranquil place.

What does "haven" mean?

  1. noun A place of safety or shelter from danger or trouble.
    "The little library was a haven for anyone who wanted peace and quiet."
  2. noun A harbour or sheltered stretch of water where ships can safely anchor.
    "Small boats sat safely at anchor in the haven while the wind howled outside."
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haven in a sentence

  • The little library was a haven for anyone who wanted peace and quiet.
  • The shelter became a haven for stray animals.
  • Small boats sat safely at anchor in the haven while the wind howled outside.
  • Sailors had used the natural haven for centuries to shelter from rough seas.

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What is "haven" in French?
"haven" in French is havre, port, abri. haven means: A place of safety or shelter from danger or trouble.
How do you use "haven" in a sentence?
Example: "The little library was a haven for anyone who wanted peace and quiet." In French, "haven" is havre, port, abri.
Are there other ways to say "haven" in French?
Yes — French has 6 translations listed for "haven": havre, port, abri, refuge, asile, havre de paix.
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