No. 5,925 in French
dauphiné
"Dauphiné" refers to a historical region in southeastern France, named after the title "Dauphin," traditionally given to the heir to the French throne.
In a sentence
Le Dauphiné est une région historique située dans le sud-est de la France.
The Dauphiné is a historical region located in southeastern France.
The word 'Dauphiné' is used here as a proper noun referring to a geographical region, specifically the historical French province.
En visitant le Dauphiné, on peut admirer les montagnes majestueuses des Alpes.
When visiting the Dauphiné, one can admire the majestic mountains of the Alps.
In this context, 'Dauphiné' still refers to the historical region, highlighting its geographical and natural attributes.
Le Tour de France a parfois traversé des étapes dans le Dauphiné en raison de ses terrains variés.
The Tour de France has sometimes crossed stages in the Dauphiné due to its varied terrains.
Here, 'Dauphiné' is again referenced as a location, emphasizing its significance in sporting events like cycling.
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