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Midi-Pyrenees

Midi-Pyrenees

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A region in southwest France that became part of Occitanie in 2016
  • proper noun
translation icon : Midi-Pirineos
  • The Midi-Pyrenees is famed for its picturesque countryside and medieval towns.

Examples

  • During our trip to France, we explored the food markets of Midi-Pyrenees.

  • I visited Midi-Pyrenees last summer.

  • Many artists are inspired by the landscapes of Midi-Pyrenees.

  • Have you ever been to Midi-Pyrenees?

  • During our trip to France, we explored the food markets of Midi-Pyrenees.

  • Many artists are inspired by the landscapes of Midi-Pyrenees.

  • The Midi-Pyrenees is famed for its picturesque countryside and medieval towns.

Surface Forms

Midi-Pyrenees main

Morphology

Midi-Pyrenees = Midi + Pyrenees (semi-transparent) = Midi + Pyrenees

The name literally combines 'Midi' (the south) and 'Pyrenees' (the mountain range), but as a proper name for an administrative region its specific referent and administrative sense are language-specific and may not be predictable by learners.

Etymology

The word Midi-Pyrenees comes from French: midi meaning 'noon' or 'south' and Pyrenees the mountain range. So, Midi-Pyrenees simply means 'southern Pyrenees', which explains why it names the region in the south of France.