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    Région (en. Region)

    /ʁe.ʒjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A part of a country, continent, or the world, that has particular characteristics.
    Brittany is a region known for its varied landscapes.
    La Bretagne est une région connue pour ses paysages variés.
    An administrative or political territory.
    The Île-de-France region is very populated.
    La région Île-de-France est très peuplée.
    A subdivision of certain geographic or cultural data.
    Climate criteria can vary from one region to another.
    Les critères de climat peuvent varier d'une région à l'autre.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'regio', which means direction, framework, territory.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    mountainous region
    A region characterized by mountains.
    région montagneuse
    administrative region
    Delimited territory for management and organizational purposes.
    région administrative
    coastal region
    A region located along a coast, often connected to the sea.
    région côtière

    Related Words

    locality
    A specific place or location.
    localité
    territory
    An expanse of land often under the control of an authority.
    territoire
    province
    An administrative subdivision of a country.
    province

    Slang Meanings

    Rather informal, often used to refer to a regional way of life.
    He has a true regional lifestyle, deeply rooted in his culture.
    Il a un vrai style de vie région, très ancré dans sa culture.
    Used to refer to typical products of a region.
    This jam is truly regional, made with local fruits.
    Cette confiture est vraiment région, faite avec des fruits locaux.