Synonyms for

Flanders

Verb / ˈflændɜ:z / Another word for flanders — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Flanders is a region in northern Europe that spans across Belgium, France, and the Netherlands.

Synonyms & similar words

flanders Belgium Netherlands Wallonia Brussels Antwerp Ghent Bruges Leuven Charleroi Liege Namur Mons Tournai Ypres Courtrai Ostend Seraing

Common collocations

  • Flanders Fields
  • Flanders poppy
  • Flanders dialect
  • Flanders red ale
  • Flanders horse
  • Flanders lace

Word family

noun Flanders

Usage note

Flanders is a proper noun referring to a specific region in Belgium and the Netherlands. It is not typically used as a common noun with antonyms or synonyms in the way a general vocabulary word would be.

Example sentences

  1. I want to visit Flanders to see the beautiful architecture and art.
  2. Flanders is known for its delicious waffles and chocolates.
  3. My grandfather fought in World War I in Flanders.
  4. My friend moved to Flanders to study history.
  5. Flanders is a great place to go on a bike tour.

Quotes

  • I felt like a boy coming home for the summer holidays. I'd hadn't been back to Flanders in nearly fifteen years. - Anthony Doerr
  • I was born in Flanders, but I am a citizen of the world. - Jean-Claude Van Damme
  • Flanders fields are some of the most beautiful in the world. - Donald Trump

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