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    Pittoresques (en. Picturesque)

    /pitɔʁɛsk/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Worthy of being painted or photographed for its beauty.
    The landscapes of this region are particularly picturesque.
    Les paysages de cette région sont particulièrement pittoresques.
    Presenting great visual or aesthetic interest.
    The old houses of this village are very picturesque.
    Les maisons anciennes de ce village sont très pittoresques.
    Evoking a charm or typical character.
    This town is picturesque with its narrow streets.
    Cette ville est pittoresque avec ses ruelles étroites.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pictor' which means 'painter'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a picturesque landscape
    A landscape that attracts by its beauty and diversity.
    un paysage pittoresque
    a picturesque view
    A view that offers a pleasant and interesting visual aspect.
    une vue pittoresque
    a picturesque village
    A village that has a charming aesthetic, often traditional.
    un village pittoresque

    Related Words

    pictorially
    In a picturesque manner, with visual charm.
    pittoresquement
    pictorial
    Relating to painting or visual art.
    pictural
    illustrative
    Which illustrates or visually represents.
    illustratif

    Slang Meanings

    A place that attracts by its rustic charm.
    That café around the corner is truly picturesque, perfect for a photo.
    Ce café dans le coin est vraiment pittoresque, parfait pour une photo.
    An eccentric yet endearing person.
    She's a bit picturesque with her quirky ideas, but we love her.
    Elle est un peu pittoresque avec ses idées farfelues, mais on l'adore.