Eastern (en. Eastern)

/is.tɛʁn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Located in the east.
The eastern regions of France are often less populated.
Les régions orientales de la France sont souvent moins peuplées.
Relating to the culture or the countries of the east.
Eastern cuisine is rich in spices.
La cuisine orientale est riche en épices.
Coming from or characteristic of the eastern countries.
Eastern traditions are fascinating.
Les traditions orientales sont fascinantes.

Etymology

Comes from the Old English 'ēasterne', which means 'from the east'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

eastern countries
Geographical reference to the countries located to the east of Europe.
pays de l'est
Eastern culture
Set of practices and customs of the eastern peoples.
culture orientale

Related Words

east
Cardinal point that indicates the direction of the rising sun.
est
orient
Name given to the set of countries located to the east of the Western world.
orient

Slang Meanings

Often used to refer to Asia in general.
He spent his vacation exploring the eastern markets.
Il a passé ses vacances à explorer les marchés orientaux.
Used to designate something exotic or mysterious.
This music really has an eastern vibe.
Cette musique a vraiment une ambiance orientale.