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    Carthage (en. Carthage)

    /kaʁ.taʒ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Ancient city and rival of Rome, founded by the Phoenicians.
    Carthage was known for its maritime power.
    Carthage était connue pour sa puissance maritime.
    Archaeological site where the remains of this city are located.
    The ruins of Carthage are listed as a world heritage site.
    Les ruines de Carthage sont classées au patrimoine mondial.
    Carthaginian empire that dominated Mediterranean trade.
    The Carthaginian empire was a major competitor of Rome.
    L'empire carthaginois a été un grand concurrent de Rome.

    Etymology

    The name Carthage is derived from the Phoenician 'Kart-ḥadasht', meaning 'new city'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Carthage must be destroyed.
    Expression indicating that a threat must be eliminated.
    Carthage doit être détruite
    The Punic Wars.
    Major conflicts between Rome and Carthage.
    Les guerres puniques

    Related Words

    Hannibal
    Carthaginian general famous for his campaigns against Rome.
    Hannibal
    Punic
    Related to Carthage or its inhabitants.
    Punique
    Carthaginian
    Related to the culture or inhabitants of Carthage.
    Carthaginois

    Slang Meanings

    Carthage as a synonym for intense rivalry.
    The competition between these two companies is a true Carthage.
    La compétition entre ces deux entreprises est une vraie Carthage.
    Used to talk about a lost former glory.
    This project was once splendid, but now it is just a Carthage.
    Ce projet était autrefois splendide, mais maintenant il est juste une Carthage.