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    Danube (en. Danube)

    /da.nyb/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A river in Central Europe that runs through countries like Germany, Austria, Hungary, and Romania.
    The Danube is the second longest river in Europe after the Volga.
    Le Danube est le deuxième plus long fleuve d'Europe après la Volga.
    An important waterway for trade and tourism.
    Cruises on the Danube attract many tourists each year.
    Les croisières sur le Danube attirent de nombreux touristes chaque année.
    A symbol of the culture and history of several European countries.
    The Danube has inspired many artists and writers over the centuries.
    Le Danube a inspiré de nombreux artistes et écrivains au fil des siècles.

    Etymology

    The name 'Danube' comes from the Latin word 'Danubius'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    On the banks of the Danube
    Along the banks of the Danube river, often used to refer to poetic moments.
    Sur les rives du Danube
    Navigating on the Danube
    To take a boat trip on the Danube.
    Naviguer sur le Danube
    Blue Danube
    Reference to the famous waltz by Johann Strauss that evokes this river.
    Danube bleu

    Related Words

    river
    A wide watercourse that flows toward the sea.
    fleuve
    navigation
    The act of steering a boat on a watercourse.
    navigation
    cruise
    A recreational journey aboard a boat.
    croisière

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a discussion that drifts into complicated subjects.
    We started talking about the Danube and it derailed the conversation.
    On a commencé à parler du Danube et ça a fait déraper la conversation.
    Refers to an unforeseen and shifting situation.
    This project is a bit like the Danube; we never know where it will lead.
    C'est un peu le Danube, ce projet, on ne sait jamais où ça va mener.