Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Archipel (en. Archipelago)

    [aʁ.ʃi.pɛl]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A maritime region where several islands are found.
    This archipelago is a popular vacation spot.
    Cet archipel est un lieu de vacances prisé.
    A term used to designate a group of islands that form a geographical unit.
    The Maltese archipelago is a historic destination.
    L'archipel maltais est une destination historique.
    A group of islands generally located in the same sea or ocean.
    The Galápagos archipelago is famous for its biodiversity.
    L'archipel des Galápagos est célèbre pour sa biodiversité.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'arkhipelagos', meaning 'chief of the sea', whose roots are 'archi-' (chief) and 'pelagos' (sea).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to tour the archipelago
    Visiting several islands of an archipelago.
    faire le tour de l'archipel
    the archipelago of peace
    Sometimes refers to a group of islands living in harmony.
    l'archipel de la paix

    Related Words

    islands
    Emerged lands surrounded by water.
    îles
    insular
    Relating to an island.
    insulaire
    ocean
    A large body of saltwater covering part of the Earth's surface.
    océan

    Slang Meanings

    A paradisiacal place where one can relax.
    This part of the archipelago is paradise on earth.
    Ce coin de l'archipel, c'est le paradis sur terre.
    A remote place, often hard to access.
    One could think they are in a lost archipelago in the middle of nowhere.
    On se croirait dans un archipel perdu au milieu de nulle part.