Africains (en. Africans)

/afʁi.kɛ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

The inhabitants of the African continent.

Africans have a rich cultural diversity.

Les africains ont une riche diversité culturelle.

People originating from Africa.

Many Africans live abroad.

Beaucoup d'africains vivent à l'étranger.

The word 'africains' derives from the Latin 'Africanus', relating to Africa.

Africans of the diaspora

Africans living outside the continent.

Les Africains de la diaspora

African culture

The traditions, values, and practices of the peoples of Africa.

Culture africaine

African relations

The political, economic, and cultural links and interactions between African countries.

Relations africaines

Africa

Continent comprising 54 countries.

Afrique

Africanity

Specific character of African cultures.

Africanité

Africanization

Process of appropriation and valorization of African cultures.

africanisation

Informal terms referring to African people.

He is often called 'brother' by his African friends.

Il est souvent appelé 'frère' par ses amis africains.

References to cultural stereotypes.

People talk about 'Africans' with clichés that do not reflect reality.

On parle des 'africains' avec des clichés qui ne reflètent pas la réalité.