L'irlande (en. Ireland)

/l‿iʁlɑ̃d/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A country located to the west of Great Britain, including the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Ireland is famous for its legends and landscapes.
L'Irlande est célèbre pour ses légendes et ses paysages.
A site rich in history, often associated with Celtic tradition.
Ireland has many ancient castles.
L'Irlande possède de nombreux châteaux anciens.
A region known for its folk music.
I went to an Irish music festival in Ireland.
Je suis allé à un festival de musique irlandaise en l'Irlande.

Etymology

From the Latin 'Hibernia', which designates Ireland.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the emerald isle
Term used to describe the natural beauty of Ireland.
l'île d'émeraude
the land of saints and scholars
A slogan that highlights Ireland's cultural and religious heritage.
le pays des saints et des sages
Irish
Celtic language spoken in Ireland.
l'irlandais

Related Words

dublin
Capital of Ireland.
dublin
Gaelic
Language and culture originating from Ireland.
gaélique
bastard
Term often associated with certain varieties of Irish music.
bâtard

Slang Meanings

An affectionate term for an Irish person.
Look at that guy, he's a real 'Paddy'!
Regarde ce gars, c'est un vrai 'Paddy'!
Reference to an Irish pub.
We're going to the 'Irish pub' for the evening.
Nous allons au 'pub irlandais' pour la soirée.