Bretonne (en. Breton)

/bʁə.tɔn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Concerning Brittany.
Breton traditions are very rich.
Les traditions bretonnes sont très riches.
Related to the Breton language.
She is learning the Breton language at school.
Elle apprend la langue bretonne à l'école.
Of Breton origin.
She is wearing a Breton skirt.
Elle porte une jupe bretonne.

Etymology

From the old Breton 'Breizh', designating Brittany.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Bretonne like a flag
Referring to Breton identity.
Bretonne comme un drapeau
To be proud to be Breton
Expressing pride in belonging to Breton culture.
Être fier d'être breton

Related Words

Brittany
Region in the northwest of France.
Bretagne
Breton
Inhabitant of Brittany or person of Breton origin.
Breton
Breton language
Celtic language spoken in Brittany.
Langue bretonne

Slang Meanings

Affectionate designation for a Breton person.
Look at this Breton woman, she is very proud of her roots.
Regarde cette bretonne, elle est très fière de ses racines.
Term used to describe a Breton accent.
He speaks with a real Breton accent, it's charming.
Il parle avec un vrai accent bretonne, c'est charmant.