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    Régions (en. Regions)

    /ʁe.ʒjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Spaces defined by geographical, cultural, or administrative characteristics.
    France is divided into several regions, each with its own traditions.
    La France est divisée en plusieurs régions, chacune ayant ses propres traditions.
    A set of territories with economic or social similarities.
    Rural areas often suffer from the exodus of young people to cities.
    Les régions rurales souffrent souvent de l'exode des jeunes vers les villes.
    Sectors in a living organism or structure.
    The brain regions activate differently depending on the tasks.
    Les régions cérébrales du cerveau s'activent différemment selon les tâches.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'regio', meaning 'direction, region, zone'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    regions of the world
    Global geographical areas identified for their cultural or natural diversity.
    régions du monde
    administrative regions
    Areas defined for public management needs.
    régions administratives
    economic regions
    Areas characterized by similar or interconnected economic activities.
    régions économiques

    Related Words

    regional
    Related to a region.
    régional
    regionalism
    Tendency to promote the interests of one region over those of other regions.
    régionalisme
    regionalizer
    Tending to organize or administer regionally.
    régionalisateur

    Slang Meanings

    Region in the sense of 'neighborhood' or 'urban area'.
    He often hangs out in the popular regions of the city.
    Il traîne souvent dans les régions populaires de la ville.
    Used to refer to a set of local issues.
    Regions in crisis require special attention from governments.
    Les régions en crise nécessitent une attention particulière des gouvernements.