No. 11,002 in French
phocéenne
Relating to Marseille, a city in France.
In a sentence
La vieille ville phocéenne regorge d'histoire.
The old Phoenician city is rich in history.
Used as an adjective to describe something related to the ancient Phoenician origins of Marseille.
Le club de football phocéen est connu dans toute l'Europe.
The Phoenician football club is known across Europe.
Used as an adjective to denote a connection to the city of Marseille, famed for its roots.
Nous avons dégusté une soupe selon une recette phocéenne traditionnelle.
We tasted a soup made following a traditional Phoenician recipe.
Used metaphorically to emphasize the historic heritage or cultural association of the city.
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