valle d'aosta
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Definition
Proper noun: A region in northwestern Italy. It is the smallest, least populous, and least densely populated region of Italy. It is an autonomous region with a special statute, located in the Alps and bordered by France and Switzerland.
Usage
Valle d'Aosta is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this Italian region. It is often used in geographical, cultural, and administrative contexts.
Examples
- Proper noun:
- We went skiing in Valle d'Aosta last winter.
- Valle d'Aosta is famous for its castles and mountain cuisine.
- The official languages of Valle d'Aosta are Italian and French.
Advanced Usage
- "Aosta Valley": This is the English translation of and is commonly used in English-language texts.
- The Aosta Valley is a popular destination for hikers.
Variants and Related Words
- Valdostan (adj): Relating to Valle d'Aosta or its people.
- We sampled some excellent Valdostan cheese.
- Aosta: The capital city of the Valle d'Aosta region.
- The Roman ruins in Aosta are impressive.
Synonyms
- Aosta Valley: The direct English equivalent.
Noun
- a region in northwestern Italy