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    Grèce (en. Greece)

    /ɡʁɛs/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A sovereign state located in the Balkan Peninsula and thousands of islands.
    Greece is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.
    La Grèce est connue pour ses paysages magnifiques et son histoire riche.
    Ancient civilization that gave rise to democracy, philosophy, and many contributions to art.
    Greek philosophy has influenced Western thought.
    La philosophie grecque a influencé la pensée occidentale.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'Graecia', derived from ancient Greek 'Graikía', which referred to the land of the Greeks.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Sing Greece
    To express great admiration for the country.
    Chanter la Grèce
    To have a Greek spirit
    To refer to a philosophical, rational, or artistic thought.
    Avoir l'esprit grec

    Related Words

    Greek
    Related to Greece or its language.
    Gréc
    Hellenism
    Cultural and philosophical movement inspired by Greek culture.
    Hellenisme
    Greek mythology
    The collection of mythical tales from ancient Greece.
    Mythologie grecque

    Slang Meanings

    Used to refer to an excessive party or celebration.
    They organized a Greece to celebrate the end of exams.
    Ils ont organisé une grèce pour fêter la fin des examens.
    Refers to something that is very beautiful or enjoyable.
    This beach is pure Greece!
    Cette plage, c'est de la grèce pure !