Europe (en. Europe)

/ø.ʁɔp/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Continent comprising many countries and cultures.
Europe has 44 countries.
L'Europe compte 44 pays.
European Union, political and economic organization.
Europe has common laws on trade.
L'Europe a des lois communes sur le commerce.
Geographical region often associated with common cultural values.
Europe's heritage is rich and diverse.
Le patrimoine de l'Europe est riche et diversifié.

Etymology

The term 'Europe' comes from the Ancient Greek 'Eurūpides', which means 'broad face'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unity makes strength
Unity and cooperation between European countries.
l'union fait la force
old Europe
Historical reference to traditional Europe.
la vieille Europe
the founding fathers of Europe
The leaders who established the European Union.
les pères fondateurs de l'Europe

Related Words

European
Related to Europe or its inhabitants.
européen
Europeanization
Process of integration into European norms and values.
européanisation
Europism
Philosophy or attitude that values European identity.
européisme

Slang Meanings

Space of freedom and cultural diversity.
People often refer to Europe as a melting pot.
On parle souvent de l'Europe comme d'un melting-pot.
Humorous reference to European bureaucracy.
It's Europe in all its bureaucracy!
C'est l'Europe dans toute sa bureaucratie !