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How to Pronounce Bordeaux
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Meaning and Context
Bordeaux, a port city on the Garonne River in southwestern France's Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, is globally synonymous with viticulture, producing many of the world's most prestigious and expensive wines from its surrounding vineyards in regions like Médoc, Saint-Émilion, and Pomerol. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2007 for its "Outstanding Universal Value" as an inhabited historic city, its 18th-century neoclassical architecture, including the iconic Place de la Bourse and its Water Mirror, reflects a golden age of prosperity from the wine trade. As a major hub for wine tourism and a dynamic university city, Bordeaux seamlessly blends its profound historical legacy as a French wine capital with contemporary cultural and economic vitality, anchored by its pivotal position within the famed Bordeaux wine region.
Common Mistakes and Alternative Spellings
The standard and correct spelling is Bordeaux. Common misspellings often arise from phonetic misinterpretations or keyboard errors, such as "Bordeux" (swapping the 'a' and 'u'), "Bordeuax" (adding an extra 'a'), or "Bordaux" (omitting the 'e'). In informal online contexts, one might occasionally see abbreviated references like "Bdx," derived from its common French abbreviation. It is also important to note the correct capitalization: while the city is capitalized, the term "bordeaux" can be used in lowercase as a color descriptor (a deep red wine color) or a generic reference to wine from the region, though the wine appellation itself remains a proper noun.
Example Sentences
We spent the afternoon touring a family-run château in the Bordeaux region before returning to the city for dinner.
The architectural harmony of Bordeaux's UNESCO-listed city center, with its limestone façades, is a testament to its 18th-century urban planning.
She selected a bold Bordeaux from the Pauillac appellation to pair with the steak.
Many visitors are surprised to find that Bordeaux is not just about wine; its contemporary art museum and vibrant riverfront offer a modern counterpoint to its historical grandeur.
His doctoral research focuses on the economic history of the Bordeaux wine trade during the Age of Enlightenment.
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