Afrique (en. Africa)

/afʁik/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The second-largest continent in the world.
Africa is known for its cultural diversity.
L'Afrique est connue pour sa diversité culturelle.
Land of diverse civilizations and peoples.
African countries offer incredible cultural wealth.
Les pays d'Afrique offrent une richesse culturelle incroyable.
Geographical area including countries like Egypt, Nigeria, and South Africa.
Africa is home to the Sahara and many unique ecosystems.
L'Afrique abrite le Sahara et de nombreux écosystèmes uniques.

Etymology

From Latin 'Africa', which refers to the Roman province of Carthage.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Sub-Saharan Africa
Region of Africa located south of the Sahara.
Afrique subsaharienne
South Africa
Country located at the southern tip of the African continent.
Afrique du Sud
North Africa
Part of the African continent located north of the Sahara.
Afrique du Nord

Related Words

African
One who is originally from or pertains to Africa.
africain
Afrocentric
Perspective that values African culture and history.
afrocentrique
African American
Person of African descent living in America.
afro-américain

Slang Meanings

Afro
He has a typically African Afro style.
Il a un style afro typiquement africain.
African from the diaspora
She belongs to the African diaspora community.
Elle appartient à la communauté africain de la diaspora.