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    Bourgades (en. Villages)

    /buʁɡ.ad/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A small town or village, often rural.
    The bourgades of the region are often picturesque.
    Les bourgades de la région sont souvent pittoresques.
    A collection of houses grouped together, forming a small community.
    He grew up in one of those peaceful bourgades.
    Il a grandi dans l'une de ces bourgades paisibles.
    Term referring to non-urbanized rural communities.
    The bourgades often have their own dialect.
    Les bourgades ont souvent leur propre dialecte.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'bourg', which designates a village or a small town.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    quiet bourgade
    A small, calm, and peaceful town.
    bourgade tranquille
    to live in a bourgade
    To reside in a small village or settlement.
    vivre dans une bourgade

    Related Words

    bourg
    A small town or a village.
    bourg
    municipality
    A local administrative division.
    commune
    village
    A small group of dwellings in a rural area.
    village

    Slang Meanings

    A small corner of the countryside.
    This place is a real bourgade, far from the hustle and bustle of the city.
    Cet endroit est une vraie bourgade, loin du tumulte de la ville.
    A place that is considered remote or insignificant.
    He comes from a bourgade lost in the mountains.
    Il vient d'une bourgade perdue dans les montagnes.