Parisian

Parisian is an English adjective meaning of or relating to Paris, the capital of France. It is used to describe things associated with the city, such as culture, architecture, cuisine, and fashion. As a noun, a Parisian is a person born in Paris or living there.

Etymology: The word is formed from Paris with the suffix -ian. In French, the demonym is Parisien (masc.) and Parisienne (fem.). In English, Parisian covers both sexes when used as a noun or adjective.

Geography and population: The city proper has about 2.1 million residents; the wider Île-de-France region exceeds 12 million. Paris comprises 20 administrative districts, or arrondissements, numbered in a clockwise spiral from the center.

Culture and language: Parisian French is often regarded as a standard variety in France, though regional speech persists. Paris has long been a center of arts, fashion, and cuisine, shaping global perceptions of French culture. In English usage, Parisian evokes urban style in phrases such as Parisian chic or Parisian bakery.

The term Parisian is commonly used in travel writing, fashion, and culinary contexts to denote Parisian aspects or sensibilities.