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    Nîmes (en. Nimes)

    [nim]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A historic city in the Occitanie region of France.
    Nîmes is famous for its Roman arenas.
    Nîmes est célèbre pour ses arènes romaines.
    A city that possesses many remnants from the Roman era.
    The monuments of Nîmes attract tourists from all over the world.
    Les monuments de Nîmes attirent des touristes du monde entier.
    Capital of the Gard region.
    The city of Nîmes is surrounded by beautiful landscapes.
    La ville de Nîmes est entourée de magnifiques paysages.

    Etymology

    From the Latin Nemausus, which was the Roman name of the city.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    The arenas of Nîmes
    Reference to the famous Roman arenas of the city.
    Les arènes de Nîmes
    Nîmes, the Roman city
    Expression that emphasizes the Roman heritage of the city.
    Nîmes, la Romaine
    In Nîmes, it is hot
    To indicate that Nîmes has a Mediterranean climate.
    À Nîmes, il fait chaud

    Related Words

    arenas
    Roman structures used for gladiator fights and other spectacles.
    arènes
    Maison Carrée
    A well-preserved Roman temple located in Nîmes.
    maison carrée
    Pont du Gard
    A Roman aqueduct located near Nîmes.
    Pont du Gard

    Slang Meanings

    To call someone a 'Nîmois'
    He's a true Nîmois, he knows all the city's secrets.
    C'est un vrai Nîmois, il connaît tous les secrets de la ville.
    To act 'Nîmes'
    When he talks about his city, he acts Nîmes, you can tell he is proud.
    Quand il parle de sa ville, il fait le Nîmes, on dirait qu'il est fier.