Britannia (en. Britannia)

/bʁi.tan.ja/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

An allegorical woman representing Great Britain, often depicted with a helmet, a shield, and a spear.

In many artworks, Britannia is portrayed as a heroic figure.

Dans de nombreux arts, Britannia est dépeinte comme une figure héroïque.

A symbol of the idea of the British Empire.

Britannia was often depicted on coins in the 19th century.

Britannia était souvent représentée sur les pièces de monnaie au XIXe siècle.

Used in a historical context to denote Great Britain as a nation.

Britannia is a term used in literature to refer to British naval strength.

Britannia est un terme utilisé dans la littérature pour parler de la force maritime britannique.

The word 'Britannia' comes from Latin, used by the Romans to designate Great Britain.

Britannia rules the waves

An expression that highlights the naval power of Great Britain.

Britannia rules the waves

Land of Britannia

Refers to British territory.

Land of Britannia

britannique

Relating to Great Britain or its inhabitants.

britannique

britannicité

The quality of being British.

britannicité

british

English term for things related to Great Britain.

british

Term used to casually evoke the United Kingdom.

When I think of cultural significance, I tell myself that Britannia cannot be ignored.

Quand je pense à l'importance culturelle, je me dis que Britannia ne peut pas être ignorée.

Slang expression for a British lifestyle.

Adopting the 'Britannia style' means being passionate about tea and 'football'.

Adopter le 'style Britannia', c'est être passionné par le thé et le 'football'.