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    Ville (en. City)

    /vil/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An agglomeration of housing and infrastructure, generally more populated than a village.
    Paris is a big city.
    Paris est une grande ville.
    An administrative entity grouping several neighborhoods.
    The city of Marseille has a rich history.
    La ville de Marseille a une riche histoire.
    A gathering place for various economic and cultural activities.
    The city is known for its festivals.
    La ville est connue pour ses festivals.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'villa', meaning 'estate' or 'country house'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the City of Light
    Term referring to Paris, known for its illuminations.
    la ville lumière
    twin cities
    Two cities that maintain cultural or economic ties.
    villes jumelées
    ghost town
    An abandoned and deserted city.
    ville fantôme

    Related Words

    urban
    Related to the city or its way of life.
    urbain
    community
    Group of people living in the same city.
    communauté
    infrastructure
    Basic structures necessary for the functioning of a city.
    infrastructure

    Slang Meanings

    District or densely populated urban area.
    We'll meet in the city at the shopping mall.
    On se retrouve dans la ville au centre commercial.
    Place of modern and dynamic living.
    This city is really in fashion right now.
    Cette ville est vraiment à la mode en ce moment.