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    Provence (en. Provence)

    /pʁɔ.vɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A region in the southeast of France, famous for its landscapes and culture.
    Provence is known for its lavender fields.
    La Provence est connue pour ses champs de lavande.
    An ancient Roman territory that included parts of present-day France, Switzerland, and Italy.
    Roman Provence was rich in history.
    La Provence romaine était riche en histoire.

    Etymology

    The word 'Provence' comes from the Latin 'provincia', designating an administrative region.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Aromatics from Provence
    A mixture of herbs used in cooking, typical of the region.
    Aromates de Provence
    Sky of Provence
    Expression describing the often sunny and blue sky of the region.
    Ciel de Provence
    Lavender from Provence
    Emblematic flower of the region, used in perfumery.
    Lavande de Provence

    Related Words

    Marseille
    Main city of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.
    Marseille
    Avignon
    City famous for its palace and theatre festival.
    Avignon
    Côte d'Azur
    Mediterranean Riviera bordering Provence.
    Côte d'Azur

    Slang Meanings

    Live the sweet life
    In Provence, we live the sweet life with a good glass of wine.
    En Provence, on vit la dolce vita avec un bon verre de vin.
    Calm as a Provençal
    After a week of vacation, I am as calm as a Provençal.
    Après une semaine de vacances, je suis tranquille comme un Provençal.