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plaine

plain, flatland

noun plen Rare

Usage Note

Plaine denotes a broad, flat expanse of land. La plaine contrasts with la montagne and la colline. Note that plain (without the -e) is a separate adjective meaning 'flat' or 'level', as in le plain-pied.

Examples

"Les chevaux galopent dans la grande plaine."

Natural Translation

The horses gallop across the great plain.

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