Châteauroux (en. Châteauroux)

/ʃatoʁu/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Prefectural city and former capital of the Auxerre Counties.
We visited Châteauroux during our vacation.
Nous avons visité Châteauroux pendant nos vacances.
One of the main cities in the Centre-Val de Loire region.
Châteauroux is known for its historical heritage.
Châteauroux est connue pour son patrimoine historique.
A center for leisure and culture in Indre.
Festivals in Châteauroux attract many visitors.
Les festivals à Châteauroux attirent de nombreux visiteurs.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'château', referring to the historical presence of castles in the region.

Common Phrases and Expressions

visit Châteauroux
To take a trip to discover the city.
visiter Châteauroux
the history of Châteauroux
To refer to historical events that occurred in the city.
l'histoire de Châteauroux
the culture in Châteauroux
To refer to the cultural activities of the city.
la culture à Châteauroux

Related Words

Indre
French department in which Châteauroux is located.
Indre
Centre-Val de Loire
French administrative region where Châteauroux is situated.
Centre-Val de Loire
castle
Fortified building, symbol of architectural heritage.
château

Slang Meanings

Affectionate diminutive for referring to the city.
We're having a little Châteauroux this weekend!
On se fait une petite Châteauroux ce week-end !
Reference to the tranquility of the city.
It's calm here, a true Châteauroux.
C'est calme ici, un vrai Châteauroux.