Montalais (en. Montalais)

/mɔ̃.ta.lɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Inhabitant or native of Montalais.
The Montalais gather every year for the local festival.
Les Montalais se rassemblent chaque année pour la fête locale.
Person using a dialect or specific expressions from Montalais.
This young man is very proud to be a Montalais.
Ce jeune homme est très fier d'être un Montalais.

Etymology

The term 'montalais' comes from the name of the commune Montalais, derived from a French toponymic root.

Common Phrases and Expressions

montalais of origin
refers to someone who is originally from Montalais.
montalais d'origine
the montalais culture
denotes the specific traditions and customs of the Montalais region.
la culture montalais

Related Words

Montalaisien
Habitual resident of Montalais.
Montalaisien
Montalaisiennage
Specific characteristic or identity of Montalais.
Montalaisiennage

Slang Meanings

Pejorative term for an inhabitant of Montalais considered isolated.
He is so montalais, he never wants to leave the village.
Il est si montalais, il ne veut jamais quitter le village.
Expression for someone who behaves in a traditional and conservative manner.
Don't be so montalais, try to be a bit more modern.
Ne sois pas si montalais, essaie d'être un peu plus moderne.