French translation of western is 
l’ouest

Meaning of "western" in English

The term "western" in English generally refers to anything related to the direction of the west. It can describe geographic locations, cultural elements, or historical contexts. In cultural terms, "western" often pertains to the countries in Western Europe and North America, known for democratic governance and developed economies. In cinematic contexts, a "western" movie refers to a genre depicting the American West during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, characterized by cowboys, outlaws, and frontier life. The term can also be used adjectivally to describe things from or related to these regions and cultures.

Meaning of "l’ouest" in French

In French, "l’ouest" means "the west" and is used to denote the direction opposite to east. It can refer to a geographic area or direction, such as the western part of a country or continent. Culturally, it may pertain to Western Europe or other Western countries, similarly associated with democratic traditions and advanced economies. Additionally, "l’ouest" is used in expressions to indicate direction on a map or in navigation, or metaphorically to signify Western cultural and social influences.

Pronunciation of "western" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈwɛstərn/

Pronunciation Variations: In some regions, such as parts of the Southern United States, the second syllable might be more pronounced as /tə(r)n/. In British English, the pronunciation remains largely consistent with the general American version.

Pronunciation of "l’ouest" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /lwɛst/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "l’ouest" remains fairly consistent throughout French-speaking regions, with minor variations in intonation depending on the specific regional accent within France or other Francophone countries.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The western sun set beautifully over the horizon.
   (Le soleil de l’ouest s'est couché magnifiquement à l'horizon.)

2. Western culture has significantly influenced global fashion.
   (La culture de l’ouest a fortement influencé la mode mondiale.)

3. We traveled to the western regions of the country.
   (Nous avons voyagé dans les régions de l’ouest du pays.)

4. The western boundary of the property is marked by a river.
   (La limite ouest de la propriété est marquée par une rivière.)

5. She enjoys watching classic western films.
   (Elle aime regarder des films western classiques.)

6. Many people dream of exploring the western United States.
   (Beaucoup rêvent d'explorer l’ouest des États-Unis.)

7. The western winds were unusually strong today.
   (Les vents de l’ouest étaient exceptionnellement forts aujourd’hui.)

8. Western Europe has a long and rich history.
   (L’Europe de l’ouest a une histoire longue et riche.)

9. The cuisine in the western parts of the country is delicious.
   (La cuisine dans les parties de l’ouest du pays est délicieuse.)

10. Western philosophies have shaped modern thought.
    (Les philosophies de l’ouest ont façonné la pensée moderne.)

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

Synonyms: occidental, westerly, westward, frontier, cowpoke, cowboy.

Antonyms: eastern, oriental, eastward.

Similar Words: frontier, cowboy, ranch, prairie, Midwest, Far West.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "l’ouest" in French

Synonyms: occidental, vers l’ouest, occidental.

Antonyms: est, oriental, orient.

Similar Words: occident, occidentale, couchant, couchant, Atlantique, Bretagne.

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