Parisian

American  

[puh-rizh-uhn, -ree-zhuhn, -riz-ee-uhn] / pəˈrɪʒ ən, -ˈri ʒən, -ˈrɪz i ən /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Paris, France.

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adjective

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of Paris, France.

parisian British  

/ pəˈrɪzɪən /

adjective

1. of or relating to Paris or its inhabitants

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Paris

Other Word Forms

• Parisianly adverb
• non-Parisian adjective

Etymology

Origin of Parisian

From the French word parisien, dating back to 1520–30. See Paris, -ian

Example Sentences

Parisian fashion house Hermes on Wednesday reported first-quarter revenue below market expectations, citing geopolitical tensions and reduced tourism stemming from the Middle East conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Returning to the Metropolitan Opera this month, the Italian classic uses the lilting three-beat form as a unifying element in its tragic drama of a woman’s struggle with Parisian polite society.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

As I wrote in a guide about neighborhood, the restaurant embodies the Parisian way of dining: guests linger over wine and good conversation.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

Young and trendy Parisian restaurants such as Paloma or Ober Mamma are usually tastier and cheaper, especially in the up-and-coming 18th, 19th, and 20th arrondissements.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

I’d be wearing a beautiful long dress, something made especially for me, copied from one of the latest Parisian designs.

From "The Red Umbrella" by Christina Gonzalez