Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Aix en provence

👉 In an enlightening and comedic manner, the term 'Aix-en-Provence' is a fun way to describe a quaint little town that is both charming and somewhat mysterious.

Imagine you're at a fancy dinner party in Paris and your hostess says, "We have a surprise for you tonight! But first, let's see if we can find something that makes us smile. There are four letters to the word 'Aix-en-Provence.' What does it mean?" Your guests might think you've lost it with their awkward attempt at translating the word into French. But hold up your hands and say, "I have a theory." "Oh, really?" asks one of them. "I believe that AIX in Provence means 'Big-A' in English," explains the hostess, who is now grinning from ear to ear. "It's the name of the city where you can't just walk around like a tourist because all you'll see are huge letters on buildings." You all laugh, but then it becomes clear that this isn't just any old town; it's actually a place with a twist in its name! You ask your hostess what exactly is meant by 'Big-A' and she responds, "Well, the name AIX comes from 'Aix-en-Valois,' which means 'big-A' in French. It's like that, but instead of going around on big wheels." So next time you're at an event where everyone wants to