États-unis (en. United states)

/e.ta.z‿y.ni/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Official name of the country commonly known as America.
The United States is often considered a global superpower.
Les États-Unis sont souvent considérés comme une superpuissance mondiale.
Geographic region involving various states and cultures.
She traveled across the United States this summer.
Elle a voyagé à travers les États-Unis cet été.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'status' meaning state, and the word 'unis' to denote the unity of the States.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The United States at war
Situation where the United States is militarily engaged.
Les États-Unis en guerre
American Dream
Ideal of opportunity and freedom in the United States.
Rêve américain
America, land of welcome
Reference to diversity and immigration in the United States.
Amérique, terre d'accueil

Related Words

Washington
Capital of the United States.
Washington
Yankee
Nickname for the inhabitants of the northern United States.
Yankee
American Dream
Concept of accessibility to success through hard work.
American Dream

Slang Meanings

US
They moved to the US for work.
Ils ont déménagé aux US pour le travail.
The Land of the Free
They identify with The Land of the Free.
Ils se réclament de The Land of the Free.