Méridional (en. Southern)

/me.ʁi.djɔ.nal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Pertaining to the south, belonging to the southern region.
Southern landscapes offer a beautiful diversity of colors.
Les paysages méridionaux offrent une belle diversité de couleurs.
Refers to the hot and dry climates typical of southern regions.
The southern climate favors the cultivation of olive trees.
Le climat méridional favorise la culture des oliviers.
Originating from or directed towards the south.
Southern winds often bring warmth and storms.
Les vents méridionaux apportent souvent chaleur et tempêtes.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'meridionalis', derived from 'meridies' which means 'midday' or 'south'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

southern climate
Typical climate of the south, often warm and sunny.
climat méridional
southern culture
Refers to the traditions and lifestyles of southern regions.
culture méridionale
southern wind
Wind that blows from the south.
vent méridional

Related Words

meridian
Imaginary line that separates east and west.
méridien
south
Direction opposite to north.
sud
latitude
Distance of a point from the equator, measured in degrees.
latitude

Slang Meanings

Applies to people from the south of France.
He has that little southern accent that reminds me of home.
Il a ce petit accent méridional qui me rappelle chez moi.
Refers to a relaxed and sunny lifestyle.
This new fashion trend is very southern.
Cette nouvelle tendance de mode est très méridionale.