L'afrique (en. Africa)

/l.a.fʁik/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The second largest continent in the world, rich in cultural, geographical, and biodiversity.
Africa is known for its variety of landscapes and cultures.
L'Afrique est connue pour sa variété de paysages et de cultures.
A term used to designate the geographic region and its inhabitants.
The populations of Africa speak many languages.
Les populations de l'Afrique parlent de nombreuses langues.

Etymology

From Latin 'Africa', which originally referred to a Roman province in North Africa.

Common Phrases and Expressions

West Africa
Region of Africa including countries like Senegal, Ghana, and Nigeria.
Afrique de l'Ouest
South Africa
Country located at the southern tip of the African continent.
Afrique du Sud
Central Africa
Region of Africa that includes countries like Gabon and Cameroon.
Afrique centrale

Related Words

african
Related to Africa or its inhabitants.
african
africanity
Cultural or identity characteristics linked to Africa.
africanité
African scholar
A scholar or expert in African culture or history.
savant africain

Slang Meanings

Africa as a symbol of cultural diversity.
This celebration represents Africa in all its splendor.
Cette fête représente l'Afrique dans toute sa splendeur.
Brotherhood among African peoples.
We have an African connection, no matter where we come from.
Nous avons un lien africain, peu importe d'où nous venons.