Bruxelles, Belgique
Brussels, Belgium is translated into French as Bruxelles, Belgique.
The phrase refers to the capital city of Belgium and the country where it is located. You can refer to the city alone using Bruxelles or the country alone using Belgique.
Which one should you use?
Bruxelles, Belgique is the standard way to name the city and country together. If you only wish to name the city, use Bruxelles. For informal contexts, you may see BXL, Belgique.
Did you know?
- The French name Bruxelles comes from the Germanic words brōk meaning 'marsh' and sali meaning 'building'.
- Although the city is the capital of Belgium, it is officially a bilingual municipality where both French and Dutch are equal. While you will say Bruxelles in French, the Dutch name Brussel is equally valid in official administrative contexts.
Examples in context
- Je dois me rendre à Bruxelles, Belgique pour une réunion importante demain.I have to go to Brussels, Belgium for an important meeting tomorrow.
Example conversation
Hugo and Manon are discussing their next vacation destination.
- HugoOù veux-tu aller ?Where do you want to go?
- ManonJe veux visiter Bruxelles, Belgique.I want to visit Brussels, Belgium.
- HugoC'est une excellente idée, Manon !That is an excellent idea, Manon!
- ManonMerci, Hugo !Thank you, Hugo!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Belgique, Bruxelles, belgique, CC BY-SA 4.0.
