Vallées (en. Valleys)
valɛ
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A depression in the land between hills or mountains.
Valleys are often fertile areas.
Les vallées sont souvent des zones fertiles.
A term used to refer to regions or places in general.
We explored the valleys of the region.
Nous avons exploré les vallées de la région.
Geological formations created by erosion.
Glacial valleys are impressive.
Les vallées glaciaires sont impressionnantes.
Etymology
From Latin 'vallis' which means 'valley'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
valley of tears
Period of suffering or sorrow.
vallée de larmes
in the valley
In the midst of difficulties or problems.
dans la vallée
lush valleys
Lush and fertile regions.
vallées verdoyantes
Related Words
hollow
Small valley, often charming.
vallon
hill
Elevation of land lower than a mountain.
colline
mountain
Large elevation of land.
montagne
Slang Meanings
Feeling lost like in a valley.
When I lost my job, I felt lost like in a valley.
Quand j'ai perdu mon emploi, je me suis senti perdu comme dans une vallée.
Being in a valley of emotions.
After the breakup, she was in a valley of emotions.
Après la rupture, elle était dans une vallée d'émotions.