Rennes (en. Reindeer)

/ʁɛn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Capital of the Brittany region.
Rennes is known for its rich historical heritage.
Rennes est connue pour son riche patrimoine historique.
Municipality of the Ille-et-Vilaine department.
The city of Rennes is developing rapidly.
La ville de Rennes se développe rapidement.
Dynamic university center with a significant student population.
Rennes attracts many students every year.
Rennes attire de nombreux étudiants chaque année.

Etymology

The name Rennes would come from the Gaulish root 'redon', which means 'gathering'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Rennes, the city of a thousand and one festivals
Rennes is known for its festive atmosphere and cultural events.
Rennes, la ville aux mille et un festivals
Rennes is Brittany
This expression highlights the strong Breton identity of the city.
Rennes, c'est la Bretagne
A Rennais, a Rennaise
Resident of Rennes.
Un Rennais, une Rennaise

Related Words

Brittany
Region located in the west of France, of which Rennes is the capital.
Bretagne
Ille-et-Vilaine
Department in which the city of Rennes is located.
Ille-et-Vilaine
University of Rennes
Higher education institution located in Rennes.
université de Rennes

Slang Meanings

To have a good time in Rennes
We really enjoyed our weekend in Rennes.
On a trop kiffé notre week-end à Rennes.
To be a local from Rennes
This guy knows all the good spots; he's a real Rennais.
Ce gars, il connaît toutes les bonnes adresses, c'est un vrai Rennais.