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périphérie

periphery

noun peh-ree-feh-REE Rare

Also means

outskirts

Usage Note

Périphérie refers to the outer edge of an area — most often urban outskirts (la périphérie de la ville). The adjective périphérique also names the boulevard périphérique, the ring road encircling Paris. It contrasts with le centre-ville (city centre).

Examples

"Il habite en périphérie de Lyon."

Natural Translation

He lives on the outskirts of Lyon.

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