From Latin mansio, a place to stay, from manere, to remain.
From Latin mansio, a place to stay, from manere, to remain.
What does maison usually mean?
It usually means a house or home, depending on whether the building or the place someone lives is meant.
Is maison feminine?
Yes. Say une maison or la maison.
Can maison mean a business?
Yes. A maison d'édition is a publishing house, and a fashion maison is an established firm.
What does fait maison mean?
It means made on site or homemade. In this use, maison does not change for number or gender.
Where does maison come from?
It comes from Latin mansio, a place to stay.