Américain (en. American)

/a.me.ʁi.kɛ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Pertaining to or related to the United States.
He prefers American music.
Il préfère la musique américaine.
Concerning the lifestyle or culture of the United States.
American cinema is very influential.
Le cinéma américain est très influent.
Relating to the citizens of the United States.
Americans celebrate Independence on July 4th.
Les américains célèbrent l'Indépendance le 4 juillet.

Etymology

From the word 'America' combined with the suffix '-an'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

American style
A lifestyle or aesthetic characteristic of the United States.
style américain
American celebration
A typical celebration in the United States, such as Thanksgiving.
fête américaine
American culture
The set of customs, arts, and socialization of Americans.
culture américaine

Related Words

America
A continent comprising the United States, Canada, and other countries.
Amerique
American flag
Flag of the United States, also known as Stars and Stripes.
drapeau américain
American English
Variety of the English language spoken in the United States.
anglais américain

Slang Meanings

A colloquial term for a person from the United States.
He's a real Americano.
C'est un vrai Americano.
An expression to describe something typically American.
This burger is really American.
Ce burger est vraiment americain.