chateau

Meanings

• noun

  A large, elegant country house, especially one in France.

  - "The wealthy family spent their summers in their chateau in the French countryside."
  - "Visitors were impressed by the grandeur of the chateau and its beautiful gardens."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with chateau
gateau , plateau , miso , pateo

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Variants

List of all variants of chateau that leads to same result
chateau , chateaus , chateaux , chateau en Espagne , Chateau-Thierry , Brienne , Brienne-le-Chateau

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Etymology

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French: castle, from Old French château, from chater to hunt, fortify, from chate, chase, hunt

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Trivia

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1. The Loire Valley in France is famous for its châteaux.

2. Château de Versailles, one of the most famous châteaux in the world, was once the royal palace of France.

3. The term 'chateau' is also used to refer to a bottle of wine that has been aged in an oak barrel.

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Related Concepts

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1. castle: A large fortified building, typically consisting of several buildings surrounded by a defensive wall.

2. manor house: A large country house, typically the main residence of a noble family or wealthy landowner.

3. mansion: A large, luxurious house, typically one occupied by a wealthy family.

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Culture

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Châteaux are significant in French culture, representing the country's rich history and aristocratic heritage. Many châteaux are open to the public as tourist attractions and are popular for weddings and other special events.

How to Memorize "chateau"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, beautiful French country house with tall towers and a moat.
   - Visualize the opulence and grandeur of the interior, with ornate furnishings and elegant decor.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'chateau' with the idea of a luxurious French vacation.
   - Think of the aristocratic families who lived in châteaux in the past.

3. mnemonics
   

   - CHA TEA U: Chateau is a type of beautiful, tea-infused French castle.

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