Guernesey (en. Guernsey)
/ɡɛʁn(ə)ze/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
One of the Channel Islands, part of the United Kingdom.
Guernsey is known for its beautiful beaches.
Guernesey est connue pour ses belles plages.
A popular tourist destination in summer.
Every year, many tourists visit Guernsey.
Chaque année, de nombreux touristes visitent Guernesey.
A place rich in history and culture.
Guernsey has many historical sites to explore.
Guernesey possède de nombreux sites historiques à explorer.
Etymology
The name 'Guernsey' derives from Old English and Breton.
Common Phrases and Expressions
visit Guernsey
to go to the island for tourism.
visiter Guernesey
resident of Guernsey
someone who lives in Guernsey.
résident de Guernesey
Related Words
Jersey
Another Channel Island close to Guernsey.
Jersey
Normandy
A coastal region of France, near Guernsey.
Normandie
United Kingdom
The country that Guernsey belongs to.
Royaume-Uni
Slang Meanings
To wander aimlessly
We had a guernsey on the beach all day.
On a fait un guernesey sur la plage toute la journée.
Festive event
There's a guernsey this weekend in the village.
Il y a une guernesey ce week-end dans le village.