Normande (en. Norman)

/nɔʁ.mɑ̃d/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Woman from Normandy.
My grandmother is a true Norman, she knows all the traditions of the region.
Ma grand-mère est une vraie normande, elle connaît toutes les traditions de la région.
Related to Normandy.
Norman dishes are famous for their fresh cream and cider.
Les plats normands sont célèbres pour leur crème fraîche et leur cidre.

Etymology

Derived from the word "Normandy," a region in the northwest of France.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a Norman taste
To have a preference for products from Normandy, such as cider or camembert.
avoir le goût normand
Norman spirit
An attitude or lifestyle characteristic of the inhabitants of Normandy.
esprit normand

Related Words

Normandy
Historical region in the northwest of France.
Normandie
Norman
Person from Normandy, in the masculine form.
normand

Slang Meanings

A stubborn person, often linked to the stereotypical image of Normans.
Don't be so Norman, accept to change your mind!
Ne sois pas si normande, accepte de changer d'avis !