Lyonna (en. Lyonna)
/ljɔ.na/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Belonging to or relating to Lyon.
She is proud of her Lyonna roots.
Elle est fière de ses racines lyonna.
Characteristic of Lyonnaise culture.
Lyonnaise gastronomy is renowned throughout France.
La gastronomie lyonna est renommée dans toute la France.
Designating a person originally from Lyon.
A true lyonna knows how to appreciate good food.
Un vrai lyonna sait apprécier la bonne cuisine.
Etymology
Derived from the name of the city of Lyon.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Lyonnaise at heart
A person who, although not originally from Lyon, has a strong attachment to this city.
Lyonnaise de cœur
Lyonnaise cuisine
Typical cuisine of the city of Lyon, renowned for its specialties.
Cuisine lyonnaise
Good from Lyon
Expression used to designate something typical of Lyon.
Bien de Lyon
Related Words
Lyon
City located in the southeast of France.
Lyon
Rhodanian
Relating to the region around the Rhône river, including Lyon.
Rhodanien
Bouchon
Type of typical restaurant in Lyon.
Bouchon
Slang Meanings
Affectionate designation for a person from Lyon.
My friend is a true lyonna, he loves the Festival of Lights.
Mon ami est un vrai lyonna, il adore la fête des lumières.
Expression used to describe someone with a great appetite for food.
This feast is worthy of a lyonna!
Ce festin est digne d'un lyonna!