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    L'amérique (en. America)

    /la.me.ʁik/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Name of a continent that includes North America and South America.
    America is known for its cultural diversity.
    L'Amérique est connue pour sa diversité culturelle.
    Land of the United States, often used in a pejorative sense.
    He dreams of moving to America.
    Il rêve de partir vivre en Amérique.
    Sometimes used to refer to the American continent as a whole.
    America is rich in natural resources.
    L'Amérique est riche en ressources naturelles.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'America', derived from 'Amerigo Vespucci', an Italian navigator.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    America is the dream
    Reference to the American dream and the promised freedom.
    L'Amérique, c'est le rêve
    Latin America
    Region including the countries of South America and Central America.
    L'Amérique latine
    The American dream
    The idea that anything is possible through hard work.
    Le rêve américain

    Related Words

    American
    Relating to America or its inhabitants.
    Américain
    Native American
    Indigenous people of the Americas.
    Amérindien
    South America
    Continent located south of Central America.
    Amérique du Sud

    Slang Meanings

    A term used by young people to refer to the United States indirectly.
    We're going to America for a dream vacation!
    On va à l'amérique pour des vacances de rêve !
    Used ironically to talk about American culture.
    Ah, America and its fast food!
    Ah, l'amérique et ses fast-foods !