Piémontais (en. Piedmontese)

/pjɛmɔ̃tɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Describes the area located at the foot of the mountains.
Piedmont landscapes are very varied.
Les paysages piémontais sont très variés.
Characteristics of a Piedmont area.
Piedmont culture is rich and diverse.
La culture piémontaise est riche et diversifiée.

Etymology

From Latin 'piedmontanus', derived from 'piedmont', which designates the region at the foot of a mountain.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Piedmont region
Refers to a cultural or geographical area at the foot of a mountain.
région piémontaise
Piedmont crossing
Expression designating a route through the area at the foot of the mountains.
traversée piémontaise

Related Words

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Transition area between the mountains and the plain.
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Term primarily used in relation to certain regions around the world.
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Slang Meanings

Term used by locals to denote their belonging to the region.
He considers himself a true Piedmontese, proud of his roots.
Il se considère comme un vrai piémontais, fière de ses racines.
Strong regional identity, often related to local gastronomy.
Piedmont cuisine is famous for its truffles.
La cuisine piémontaise est célèbre pour ses truffes.