Géographes (en. Geographers)
/ʒe.o.ɡʁaf/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A person who studies geography or works in the field.
Geographers analyze demographic trends around the world.
Les géographes analysent les tendances démographiques dans le monde.
A scientist who describes the earth's surface, its characteristics, and the relationships between them.
Geographers research the impact of climate change.
Les géographes font des recherches sur l'impact du changement climatique.
An expert who can work in fields such as urban development or environmental planning.
The geographer advised the municipality on sustainable development.
Le géographe a conseillé la municipalité sur le développement durable.
Etymology
From the Greek 'geōgraphia', meaning 'description of the earth'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
earning a living as a geographer
finding a job in the field of geography.
gagner sa croûte en tant que géographe
to call on geographers
consulting geography specialists for a project.
faire appel à des géographes
geo-location
process of locating on a map.
géo-localisation
Related Words
geography
Science that studies the Earth, landscapes, and human relationships.
géographie
cartography
The art and science of drawing maps.
cartographie
topography
Study of the shapes and characteristics of the earth's surface.
topographie
Slang Meanings
Map head
That guy is a real map head, he knows all the geographers!
Ce gars-là, c'est une vraie tête de carte, il connaît tous les géographes!
Geo
You're studying geography, so you're a real geo!
Tu fais des études de géo, du coup tu es un vrai géo!