Breton
Breton (noun) means a person from Brittany, the region in northwest France. Example: “The restaurant was run by a Breton who insisted on serving proper buckwheat crepes.”
How to use Breton
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to Brittany in France — its people, their Celtic language, or things (like the classic striped shirt) associated with the region.
Don't mix up with "Briton" — a Briton is from Britain, a Breton is from Brittany in France; they're historically related but refer to different places today.
Word forms
Bretons plural
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The restaurant was run by a _____ who insisted on serving proper buckwheat crepes.
Etymology
From French Breton, going back through Old French to Latin Brittō — the same root that eventually gave English "Briton".
Rhymes for Breton
Frequently asked questions
What does “Breton” mean?
The word “Breton” means a person from Brittany, the region in northwest France. In plain terms, relating to Brittany in France — its people, their Celtic language, or things (like the classic striped shirt) associated with the region.
How do you pronounce “Breton”?
“Breton” is pronounced BREH-tuhn (/ˈbɹɛtən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Breton” in a sentence?
Here is “Breton” used in a sentence: “The restaurant was run by a Breton who insisted on serving proper buckwheat crepes.”
What part of speech is “Breton”?
Depending on how it is used, “Breton” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “Breton” come from?
The word “Breton” comes from Latin. From French Breton, going back through Old French to Latin Brittō — the same root that eventually gave English "Briton".
Is “Breton” a common word?
“Breton” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Breton” have?
“Breton” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person from Brittany, the region in northwest France.