paysage
landscape / scenery
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/pɛ.i.zaʒ/
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Cultural Note
The diversity of French landscapes — from lavender fields in Provence to the dramatic cliffs of Étretat in Normandy — has inspired countless painters, including the Impressionists. The concept of 'terroir' connects landscape directly to food and wine culture.
📝 Example Sentences
Le paysage de la Provence est inoubliable.
The landscape of Provence is unforgettable.
Nous nous sommes arrêtés pour admirer le paysage.
We stopped to admire the scenery.