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    Pierrefonds (en. Stone funds)

    /pjɛʁ.fɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Name of a French commune.
    The commune of Pierrefonds is famous for its castle.
    La commune de Pierrefonds est célèbre pour son château.
    Small locality surrounded by forests.
    We spent the weekend exploring the woods around Pierrefonds.
    Nous avons passé le week-end à explorer les bois autour de Pierrefonds.
    Historical domain known for its heritage.
    The heritage of Pierrefonds attracts many tourists each year.
    Le patrimoine de Pierrefonds attire de nombreux touristes chaque année.

    Etymology

    Comes from Old French, designating a place with stones or geological origins.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in Pierrefonds
    in the commune of Pierrefonds.
    à Pierrefonds
    the Château de Pierrefonds
    a medieval castle emblematic of the region.
    le château de Pierrefonds
    to walk in Pierrefonds
    to hike or stroll in this locality.
    se promener à Pierrefonds

    Related Words

    castle
    fortified building serving as a residence.
    château
    forest
    expanse of land covered with trees.
    forêt
    tourism
    activity consisting of traveling to discover places.
    tourisme

    Slang Meanings

    Used to designate a picturesque place.
    This place is so beautiful that we could call it the local Pierrefonds.
    Cet endroit est si beau qu'on pourrait l'appeler le Pierrefonds local.
    Sometimes used to mock an isolated place.
    It feels like we are lost in Pierrefonds here.
    On dirait qu'on est perdu à Pierrefonds ici.