Montmartre (en. Montmartre)
/mɔ̃maʁtʁ/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A district of Paris known for its Sacré-Cœur Basilica and artistic history.
Montmartre is a place where many artists have made their home.
Montmartre est un endroit où de nombreux artistes ont élu domicile.
A hill overlooking the city of Paris.
The view from Montmartre is breathtaking.
La vue depuis Montmartre est imprenable.
A meeting place for painters and musicians since the 19th century.
The cafés of Montmartre were filled with poets and painters.
Les cafés de Montmartre étaient remplis de poètes et de peintres.
Etymology
The name would come from the Latin 'Mons Martis', which means 'mount of Mars', referring to the Roman goddess of war.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Strolling in Montmartre
Evokes the idea of wandering and exploring the picturesque streets of the neighborhood.
Se promener à Montmartre
An artist from Montmartre
Refers to an artist living or having lived in this neighborhood.
Un artiste de Montmartre
The bohemian life of Montmartre
Refers to the creative and free atmosphere of the area.
La vie bohème de Montmartre
Related Words
sacred heart
Famous basilica located in Montmartre.
sacré-cœur
place du Tertre
A square in Montmartre known for its street artists.
place du Tertre
café de Flore
Parisian café often associated with intellectual and artistic culture.
café de Flore
Slang Meanings
A place where one finds inspiration.
Montmartre is the place where ideas flow.
Montmartre, c'est l'endroit où les idées jaillissent.
A reference to Parisian nightlife.
We're going out in Montmartre tonight; it's going to be festive.
On va sortir à Montmartre ce soir, ça va être festif.