pittoresque
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pittoresque
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
1. (charming)
a. picturesque
C'est un village pittoresque avec de belles ruelles.It's a picturesque village with beautiful narrow streets.
b. colorful (figurative) (United States)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
Regionalism used in the United States.
Nous avons profité des festivals pittoresques de la région.We enjoyed the colorful festivals in the area.
c. colourful (figurative) (United Kingdom)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom.
Cette ville est connue pour ses marchés pittoresques.This town is famous for its colourful markets.
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