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    Orléans (en. Orleans)

    /ɔʁ.le.ɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    City located in the Centre-Val de Loire region, known for its history and strategic position in the Hundred Years' War.
    Orléans is famous for its role in the liberation of France by Joan of Arc.
    Orléans est célèbre pour son rôle dans la libération de la France par Jeanne d'Arc.
    Capital of the Loiret department.
    The municipal council of Orléans is responsible for managing the city.
    Le conseil municipal d'Orléans est responsable de la gestion de la ville.

    Etymology

    The name Orléans comes from the Latin word 'Aurelianum', which referred to the city founded by the Roman Emperor Aurelian.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Joan of Arc in Orléans
    Reference to the French heroine who played a crucial role during the liberation of the city.
    Jeanne d'Arc à Orléans
    Orléans Higher School
    Higher education institution known in the city.
    École supérieure d'Orléans

    Related Words

    Loiret
    French department of which Orléans is the prefecture.
    Loiret
    Centre-Val de Loire
    Administrative region of which Orléans is a part.
    Centre-Val de Loire
    Joan of Arc
    French national heroine linked to the history of Orléans.
    Jeanne d'Arc

    Slang Meanings

    Wild Orléans
    It is said that the evenings in Orléans can be very lively, almost 'wild'.
    On dit que les soirées à Orléans peuvent être très animées, presque 'sauvages'.
    Beautiful Orléans
    Some locals refer to their city as 'Beautiful Orléans' for its poetry and architecture.
    Certains locaux se réfèrent à leur ville comme 'Orléans la belle' pour sa poésie et son architecture.