French translation of lapponian is 
lapponian

Meaning of "lapponian" in English

The term "Lapponian" generally refers to things associated with Lapland, a region that encompasses parts of northern Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia's Kola Peninsula. It can describe the indigenous Sámi culture, traditions, and languages of the area. This term is often used in the context of certain breeds like the Lapponian Herder, a dog native to this region, or in cultural references to Lapland's unique environmental and cultural characteristics.

Meaning of "lapponian" in French

In French, "lapponian" is used similarly to denote things related to Lapland, “Laponie” in French, and its native peoples and customs. It encompasses cultural, geographical, and ethnological aspects associated with the Sámi people. The word can also relate to specific regional animals like dogs adapted to Lapland's cold climate, or to the unique traditions, languages, and ways of life found in this northern part of Europe.

Pronunciation of "lapponian" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /læpˈoʊniən/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "Lapponian" remains relatively uniform across different English-speaking regions, with minor variations in stresses or intonation based on local accents.

Pronunciation of "lapponian" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /la.pɔ.njɑ̃/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, "lapponian" pronunciation might slightly vary depending on the regional accent, particularly between European French and Canadian French, affecting the nasal sounds typical of French pronunciation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The Lapponian Herder is a versatile breed known for its intelligence. (Le Lapponian Herder est une race polyvalente connue pour son intelligence.)
2. She has always been fascinated by Lapponian culture. (Elle a toujours été fascinée par la culture lapponienne.)
3. The Lapponian landscape is breathtakingly beautiful in winter. (Le paysage lapponien est d'une beauté à couper le souffle en hiver.)
4. I would love to visit a Lapponian village one day. (J'aimerais beaucoup visiter un village lappon un jour.)
5. Lapponian traditions are an important part of their identity. (Les traditions lappones sont une part importante de leur identité.)
6. The Lapponian climate is harsh but stunning. (Le climat lapponien est rude mais magnifique.)
7. Her Lapponian artwork received great acclaim. (Son œuvre d'art lapponienne a reçu de grands éloges.)
8. They studied the Lapponian language at university. (Ils ont étudié la langue lapponne à l'université.)
9. The Lapponian wilderness offers unique opportunities for exploration. (La nature sauvage lapponienne offre des opportunités uniques d'exploration.)
10. Our guide was very knowledgeable about Lapponian history. (Notre guide connaissait très bien l'histoire lapponne.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "lapponian" in English

Synonyms: Sámi, Lapp, Nordic.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: Arctic, Scandinavian, Northern.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "lapponian" in French

Synonyms: Same, Lapon, Nordique.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: Arctique, Scandinave, Septentrional.

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