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    Provinciale (en. Provincial)

    /pʁɔ.vɛ̃.sjal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Relating to a province.
    Provincial traditions vary from one region to another.
    Les traditions provinciales varient d'une région à l'autre.
    Coming from a province.
    She has a provincial style that reflects her origins.
    Elle a un style provincial qui reflète son origine.
    In a pejorative sense, designating something limited or even rustic.
    This decor is quite provincial, lacking sophistication.
    Ce décor est assez provincial, sans sophistication.

    Etymology

    From the Latin word 'provincialis', meaning 'of a province'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    provincial mindset
    A mindset limited to local concerns.
    mentalité provinciale
    provincial language
    A language or dialect spoken in a province.
    langue provinciale
    provincial culture
    The entirety of traditions and cultural practices of a province.
    culture provinciale

    Related Words

    province
    A territory that is part of a country.
    province
    region
    A geographical division often larger than a province.
    région
    locality
    A specific place within a province.
    localité

    Slang Meanings

    A term to refer to someone who has a limited vision.
    Don't be so provincial in your ideas.
    Ne sois pas si provinciale dans tes idées.
    Used to describe things perceived as boring or uninteresting.
    This city is so provincial, there's nothing to do there.
    Cette ville est tellement provinciale, rien à y faire.