French · Travel & Places

billet

ticket

Beginnernoun · m

Definition

A piece of paper giving the holder the right to travel or attend an event.

Example

Avez-vous votre billet de train?

Do you have your train ticket?

Etymology

'Billet' comes from the Old French 'billet', meaning a note or small document, rooted in Latin 'bulla'. The term has evolved to represent tickets for transportation or events.

How & Where It’s Used

'Billet' is often used in formal contexts, such as travel or event admissions, but can also appear in informal situations. It is commonly used across all French-speaking regions.

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