French · Nature & Environment
vallee
valley
Intermediatenoun · f
Definition
A low area of land between hills or mountains.
Example
La vallee de la Loire est classee patrimoine mondial.
The Loire Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Etymology
'Vallée' comes from the Latin 'vallis', which means a valley or low area between hills. This term has been used consistently in French to describe geographic features.
How & Where It’s Used
'Vallée' is frequently found in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in geography and nature discussions. It is commonly recognized across Francophone countries.