Etats-unis (en. United states)

/e.ta.zy.ni/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A federal country composed of fifty states.
The United States is known for its cultural diversity.
Les États-Unis sont connus pour leur diversité culturelle.
Global economic and military power.
The United States greatly influences international politics.
Les États-Unis influencent beaucoup la politique internationale.
A collection of territories united under one government.
The United States was founded in 1776.
Les États-Unis ont été fondés en 1776.

Etymology

The term 'United States' derives from the Latin 'status', which means state, and the French term 'unis', which means united.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The United States of America
Formal name of the country.
Les États-Unis d'Amérique
American Dream
Ideal of success and equality in the United States.
Rêve américain
American Politics
Set of policies implemented by the government of the United States.
Politique américaine

Related Words

Washington, D.C.
Federal capital of the United States.
Washington, D.C.
New York
One of the largest cities in the United States, known for its culture.
New York
California
American state famous for its beaches and culture.
Californie

Slang Meanings

Yankee
Yankees are often associated with the history of the United States.
Les Yankees sont souvent associés à l'histoire des États-Unis.
Uncle Sam
Uncle Sam is a figure that represents the government of the United States.
Uncle Sam est une figure qui représente le gouvernement des États-Unis.
The States
I’m going to return to the States for vacation.
Je vais retourner aux States pour les vacances.