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    Plains (en. Plains)

    /plɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A vast expanse of flat land.
    The plains of the Midwest are vast and fertile.
    Les plaines du Midwest sont vastes et fertiles.
    A region with no significant relief.
    The plains of the Loire are famous for their landscapes.
    Les plaines de la Loire sont célèbres pour leurs paysages.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'planus' meaning 'flat'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    playground
    An area designated for children to play.
    plaine de jeux
    Ascension plains
    A reference to wild or sparsely populated regions.
    plaines d'Ascension
    to rise above
    To rise above problems, often by taking a step back.
    prendre de la hauteur

    Related Words

    plain
    An expanse of land that is usually flat.
    plaine
    plateau
    An area of elevated and flat land.
    plateau
    valley
    A depression between mountains or hills.
    vallée

    Slang Meanings

    At ease in a place similar to a plain.
    He feels at home in the plains.
    Il se sent chez lui sur les plaines.
    To keep things simple or direct.
    Keep things plain, don't complicate it.
    Garde les choses en plaine, ne complique pas.