Langeais (en. Langeais)
/lɑ̃ʒɛ/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Name of a municipality in the department of Indre-et-Loire.
The town of Langeais is located near the Loire.
La ville de Langeais se trouve près de la Loire.
Reference to a specific architectural style found in Langeais.
The Château de Langeais is a beautiful example of medieval architecture.
La château de Langeais est un bel exemple de l'architecture médiévale.
Etymology
The name Langeais derives from the Latin 'Langus', meaning 'long', and the suffix '-ais' which indicates origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Château de Langeais
Refers to the famous 15th-century castle located in Langeais.
Château de Langeais
Marché de Langeais
Weekly event where local products are sold in Langeais.
Marché de Langeais
Related Words
Langeaisien
Inhabitant or native of Langeais.
Langeaisien
Indre-et-Loire
French department where Langeais is located.
Indre-et-Loire
Loire
River flowing through the region of Langeais.
Loire
Slang Meanings
Sometimes used to refer to someone who is very traditional.
He is so Langeais, always doing things the old-fashioned way.
Il est tellement Langeais, toujours en train de faire les choses à l'ancienne.
Can denote a peaceful lifestyle associated with the town.
He lives in a Langeais manner, away from the hustle and bustle of big cities.
Il vit à la Langeais, loin du tumulte des grandes villes.