paris

• Nom propre désignant la capitale et la plus grande ville de France, centre international de la culture et du commerce.

A proper noun referring to the capital and largest city of France, an international center of culture and commerce.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. Capital city of FranceA1formal

   The capital and largest city of France, a major global center for art, fashion, gastronomy, and culture.

   Paris

   • She visited Paris to see the Eiffel Tower.
   • Paris is known for its museums and cafes.
   • They spent a week exploring the streets of Paris.

2. Genus of plantsC2formalscientific

   A small genus of flowering plants, sometimes placed in the subfamily Trilliaceae, known for their distinctive flowers.

   Paris (genre de plantes)

   • The Paris plant is native to parts of Europe and Asia.
   • Botanists study the Paris genus for its unique reproductive system.
   • Paris quadrifolia is a well-known species in this genus.

3. Mythological figureB2formal

   In Greek mythology, the prince of Troy who abducted Helen, leading to the Trojan War.

   Pâris (prince de Troie)

   • Paris was the son of King Priam of Troy.
   • The judgment of Paris sparked the conflict with Greece.
   • Paris chose Aphrodite as the most beautiful goddess.

4. Town in TexasB1formalamerican

   A town in northeastern Texas, United States.

   Paris (ville du Texas)

   • Paris, Texas, is known for its historic downtown.
   • They drove through Paris on their road trip.
   • The town of Paris has a famous replica of the Eiffel Tower.