Flandre (en. Flanders)

/flɑ̃dʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A region located in the north of France, known for its traditions and culture.
Flanders is famous for its picturesque landscapes.
La Flandre est célèbre pour ses paysages pittoresques.
A historical place that has been the scene of many events.
The battle took place on Flemish soil.
La bataille s'est déroulée sur le sol flamand.
One of the provinces that form Belgium.
Belgian Flanders is known for its beer.
La Flandre belge est connue pour sa bière.

Etymology

The origin of the word 'Flandre' is derived from the Old Dutch 'Vlaanderen'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Strolling in Flanders
To walk aimlessly in the Flemish region.
Flâner en Flandre
Flemish arts
Reference to the artistic culture of Flanders.
Arts flamands
Flemish cuisine
Collection of traditional dishes from the Flemish region.
La cuisine flamande

Related Words

Flemish
Adjective relating to Flanders or its inhabitants.
flamand
Brussels
Relates to Brussels, which is culturally connected to Flanders.
bruxellois
Ch'ti
Dialect spoken in certain parts of Flanders.
ch'ti

Slang Meanings

Infrequent, rural
This part of Flanders is really out of the way.
Ce coin de Flandre est vraiment paumé.
Free and artistic adaptation
This style is Flanders at heart!
Ce style, c'est de la Flandre dans l'âme!