No. 5,534 in French

bourg

A small town or market town.

In a sentence

Le bourg ancien est rempli d'histoire.
The old town is filled with history.
Here, 'bourg' refers to a small town, often one with historical significance or central importance.
Nous avons traversé le bourg pour rejoindre la rivière.
We crossed the village to reach the river.
In this sentence, 'bourg' is used to describe a small settlement or village one passes through.
Ce bourg est connu pour son marché vivant.
This small town is known for its lively market.
'Bourg' here is used to denote a central location, often a market town or urban settlement within the wider region.

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