Landes (en. Moors)

/lɑ̃d/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Heathland area, often characterized by specific vegetation of shrubs and herbaceous plants.

The heaths of Brittany are renowned for their wild beauty.

Les landes de Bretagne sont réputées pour leur beauté sauvage.

Type of vegetation that develops on poor, acidic soils.

This plant is typical of heathlands and prefers dry conditions.

Cette plante est typique des landes et préfère les conditions sèches.

Natural region, often deserted or sparsely populated.

We decided to go hiking in the heaths to enjoy the tranquility.

Nous avons décidé de faire une randonnée dans les landes pour profiter du calme.

From Old French 'lande', meaning 'bare land', of Gaulish origin.

heathlands of Gascony

A historic region known for its heathland landscapes.

landes de Gascogne

in the heaths

Expression meaning to be in a heathland area.

dans les landes

heath

Similar terrain, often treeless.

lande

heather

Common plant of the heaths.

bruyère

wasteland

Uncultivated land, often overrun by vegetation.

friche

Refers to a deserted or seldom visited place.

This place is becoming a heath, no one comes here.

Ce coin devient une lande, personne ne vient ici.

To describe a chaotic situation, like a jumble.

It's a mess, it's a real heath here!

C'est le désordre, c'est une vraie lande ici!