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    Normandie (en. Normandy)

    /nɔʁ.mɑ̃.di/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A region in northwestern France, known for its landscapes, beaches, and history.
    Normandy is known for its apples and cider.
    La Normandie est connue pour ses pommes et son cidre.
    An ancient French province, known for its role in medieval history.
    Viking invasions marked the history of Normandy.
    Les invasions vikings ont marqué l'histoire de la Normandie.
    A region that was the site of the 1944 landing during World War II.
    The landing beaches in Normandy are a place of remembrance.
    Les plages du débarquement en Normandie sont un lieu de mémoire.

    Etymology

    The name 'Normandy' comes from the 'Normans', the Vikings who settled in the region in the 9th century.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    The freedom of Normandy
    Expression referring to the spirit and culture of Normandy.
    La liberté de Normandie
    Landing beach
    Refers to the beaches where the Allies landed in 1944.
    Plage du débarquement

    Related Words

    Rouen
    Historical capital of Normandy.
    Rouen
    Caen
    Important city in Normandy, particularly for its castle.
    Caen
    Honfleur
    Charming Norman port, renowned for its wooden houses.
    Honfleur

    Slang Meanings

    A term of endearment for someone from Normandy.
    This Norman is very warm.
    Ce Normand est très chaleureux.
    Expression to describe a particular accent.
    He has an authentic Norman accent.
    Il a un accent normand authentique.