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    L'île (en. The island)

    [lil]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Land elements surrounded by maritime waters.
    Hawaii is an archipelago made up of several islands.
    Hawaii est un archipel composé de plusieurs îles.
    Distinct geographical area, often isolated.
    Easter Island is famous for its moai statues.
    L'île de Pâques est célèbre pour ses statues moai.
    Particular environment or ecosystem on an island.
    The Galápagos Islands are home to unique wildlife.
    Les îles Galápagos abritent une faune unique.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'insula', which means 'island'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    A deserted island
    An uninhabited island, without population.
    une île déserte
    To live on an island
    To be isolated or distant from society.
    vivre sur une île
    Treasure Island
    A place filled with hidden riches.
    l'île aux trésors

    Related Words

    Insular
    Related to an island.
    insulaire
    Archipelago
    A group of islands.
    archipel
    Contiguous
    Close or adjacent, often used to describe islands close to each other.
    contiguous

    Slang Meanings

    To be apart or isolated.
    When I am on vacation, I feel like I'm on an island.
    Quand je suis en vacances, je me sens comme si j'étais sur une île.
    To feel disconnected from reality.
    After a week without the internet, I felt like I was on an island.
    Après une semaine sans internet, j'avais l'impression d'être sur une île.