Longueville (en. Longueville)
/lɔ̃ɡ.ə.vil/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Name of a locality or municipality in France.
Longueville is a municipality located in the Manche department.
Longueville est une commune située dans le département de la Manche.
Term used to designate a fictional or metaphorical place.
In his novel, the author evokes an imaginary Longueville.
Dans son roman, l'auteur évoque une Longueville imaginaire.
Etymology
The term 'longueville' comes from Old French 'longue' meaning 'long' and 'ville' meaning 'town', indicating an extended town.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Longueville is known for its landscapes.
Means that Longueville is recognized for its natural beauty.
Longueville est connue pour ses paysages
Visiting Longueville is to discover history.
Suggests that Longueville has a rich historical past.
Visiter Longueville, c'est découvrir l'histoire
The inhabitants of Longueville are welcoming.
Indicates that the people living in Longueville are warm and friendly.
Les habitants de Longueville sont accueillants
Related Words
longue
Adjective describing something elongated.
longue
ville
Term designating an urban agglomeration.
ville
locality
Place or territory occupying a geographical area.
localité
Slang Meanings
A peaceful and pleasant place.
This place is the Longueville of my childhood.
Cet endroit est la Longueville de mon enfance.
A tight-knit community.
In our Longueville, everyone knows each other.
Dans notre Longueville, tout le monde se connaît.