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    Angers (en. Angers)

    /ɑ̃ʒɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    City in the Pays de la Loire region, known for its historical heritage.
    Angers is famous for its medieval castle.
    Angers est célèbre pour son château médiéval.
    Former bishopric of France.
    The bishops of Angers played an important role in the history of the region.
    Les évêques d'Angers ont joué un rôle important dans l'histoire de la région.

    Etymology

    The name 'Angers' comes from the Gallo-Roman word 'Andecavis', which designated a Celtic tribe.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Angers, city of art and history
    An expression designating the cultural importance of Angers.
    Angers, ville d'art et d'histoire
    Château d'Angers
    Major historical site of the city.
    Château d'Angers
    Angers Loire Métropole
    Local authority grouping Angers and its surroundings.
    Angers Loire Métropole

    Related Words

    Maine-et-Loire
    Department in which Angers is located.
    Maine-et-Loire
    Bouchemaine
    Town bordering Angers.
    Bouchemaine
    Saumur
    City close to Angers on the Loire.
    Saumur

    Slang Meanings

    Used to describe a feeling of discontent with the city.
    He said that Angers was awful.
    Il a dit qu'Angers, c'était nul.
    To talk about bad weather in Angers.
    Today, it really feels 'angers' here.
    Aujourd'hui, il fait vraiment 'angers' ici.