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    Châteaux (en. Castles)

    /ʃɑ.to/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A building of great importance usually associated with nobility.
    The Palace of Versailles is a symbol of French monarchy.
    Le château de Versailles est un symbole de la monarchie française.
    A defensive structure, often surrounded by moats.
    In the Middle Ages, many châteaux were used to protect the populations.
    Au Moyen Âge, de nombreux châteaux servaient à protéger les populations.
    A summer or leisure residence with beautiful gardens.
    They rented a château for their summer vacation.
    Ils ont loué un château pour leurs vacances d'été.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'castellum', diminutive of 'castrum' meaning fort or camp.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Loire Valley châteaux
    A region in France famous for its numerous historic châteaux.
    châteaux de la Loire
    to build castles in the air
    To engage in ambitious activities or projects, similar to building a castle.
    faire le château
    castle in Spain
    An unrealistic project or an illusion.
    château en Espagne

    Related Words

    châtelain
    The lord of a château.
    châtelain
    fortification
    A reinforced military structure.
    fortification
    estate
    A territory including a château with lands.
    domaine

    Slang Meanings

    High-ranking lord
    He thinks he's a château with his new car.
    Il se prend pour un château avec sa nouvelle voiture.
    Someone who lives in luxury
    She looks really château today with all those dresses.
    Elle est vraiment château aujourd'hui avec toutes ces robes.