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    Montparnasse (en. Montparnasse)

    /mɔ̃.paʁ.nas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A neighborhood in Paris, known for its artistic and cultural history.
    Montparnasse is famous for being the center of artistic life in the early 20th century.
    Montparnasse est célèbre pour avoir été le centre de la vie artistique au début du XXe siècle.
    A train station in Paris serving multiple destinations.
    I will take the train at Montparnasse station.
    Je vais prendre le train à la gare Montparnasse.

    Etymology

    The name Montparnasse comes from the hill in this district, which was a popular walking spot in the Middle Ages.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Montparnasse in motion
    Evokes the vibrancy and energy of this neighborhood.
    Montparnasse en mouvement
    Café de la Rotonde
    Famous café in Montparnasse, often frequented by artists.
    Café de la Rotonde
    The Montparnasse Tower
    Iconic building offering a panoramic view of Paris.
    La tour Montparnasse

    Related Words

    Montparnassien
    Inhabitant or belonging to the Montparnasse district.
    Montparnassien
    Left Bank
    Part of Paris where Montparnasse is located, often associated with the artistic bohemia.
    Rive gauche

    Slang Meanings

    Expression used to describe a bohemian atmosphere.
    This bar has a true Montparnassian atmosphere.
    Ce bar a une vraie ambiance montparnassienne.
    Used to refer to artists or intellectuals who have taken refuge in the neighborhood.
    He considers himself a Montparnassien at heart.
    Il se considère comme un montparnassien de cœur.