Bruxelles (en. Brussels)
[bʁy.kɛl]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
City and capital of Belgium.
Brussels is the headquarters of the European Union.
Bruxelles est le siège de l'Union européenne.
Region that surrounds the city of Brussels.
The Brussels-Capital Region is bilingual.
La région de Bruxelles-Capitale est bilingue.
Etymology
The term 'Brussels' is derived from the old Dutch 'Bruksela', which means 'marsh' (broek) and 'house' (sela).
Common Phrases and Expressions
Brussels, city of art
Refers to the cultural and artistic richness of the city.
Bruxelles, ville de l'art
In Brussels, anything is possible
Expresses the diversity and open-mindedness of Brussels.
À Bruxelles, tout est possible
The heart of Europe
Refers to Brussels' strategic position as a European political center.
Le cœur de l'Europe
Related Words
Belgium
Country in Europe where Brussels is located.
Belgique
European Union
Political organization whose headquarters is in Brussels.
Union européenne
Brussels waffle
Typical culinary specialty of the city.
gaufre de Bruxelles
Slang Meanings
Bruxelleux
The Bruxelleux are proud of their cosmopolitan culture.
Les Bruxelleux sont fiers de leur culture cosmopolite.
Bruxellois
A Bruxellois always knows where to find the best fries.
Un Bruxellois sait toujours où trouver les meilleures frites.