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    Angoulême (en. Angouleme)

    /ɑ̃ɡu.lɛm/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    City in France, prefecture of the Charente department.
    Angoulême is known for its comic book festival.
    Angoulême est connue pour son festival de la bande dessinée.
    Former capital of Angoumois.
    The architecture of Angoulême reflects its rich historical past.
    L'architecture d'Angoulême reflète son riche passé historique.

    Etymology

    From the name of the town of Angoulême, which is believed to derive from the ancient Gallic name 'Angolima.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Angoulême, city of comics
    Reference to its comic book festival.
    Angoulême, cité de la bande dessinée
    Angoulême and its ramparts
    Refers to the historical fortifications of the city.
    Angoulême et ses remparts

    Related Words

    Charente
    Department where Angoulême is located.
    Charente
    comic book
    Illustrated narrative art, particularly celebrated in Angoulême.
    bande dessinée

    Slang Meanings

    Reference to comic book culture.
    Comic book artists often gather in Angoulême.
    Les artistes de la BD se retrouvent souvent à Angoulême.
    Nickname given to Angoulême due to its festivals.
    Angoulême, the city that never sleeps thanks to the festival!
    Angoulême, la ville qui ne dort jamais grâce au festival!