perron

front steps, stoop

noun peh-ROHN Rare

Origin: Old French perron, from pierre 'stone'

Usage Note

Perron refers to the external steps and landing at the entrance of a large building, such as a château or public institution. It is a distinctly architectural term and rarely used for ordinary house steps (les marches). In political reporting, le perron de l'Élysée (the steps of the Élysée Palace) is a well-known backdrop for official photos.

Examples

"Le ministre s'arrêta sur le perron du palais."

Natural Translation

The minister stopped on the front steps of the palace.

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