L’amérique (en. America)
la-me-rik
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Land that forms the American continent.
America is the third-largest continent.
L’Amérique est le troisième plus grand continent.
Region or country of the United States.
He moved to America for his job.
Il a déménagé en Amérique pour son travail.
Civilization, culture, or way of life related to the American continent.
America is known for its cultural diversity.
L'Amérique est connue pour sa diversité culturelle.
Etymology
From the name of the navigator Amerigo Vespucci, who explored the continent in the early 16th century.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Latin America
Refers to the part of America located south of the United States, including Central America and South America.
l'amerique latine
North America
Refers to the northern part of the American continent, including Canada, the United States, and Mexico.
amerique du nord
South America
Refers to the southern part of the American continent, encompassing countries like Brazil and Argentina.
amerique du sud
Related Words
United States
Country located in North America, known for its global economic and political influence.
États-Unis
Canada
Country neighboring the United States to the north, part of North America.
Canada
Central America
Region located between Mexico and South America, composed of several small countries.
Amérique Centrale
Slang Meanings
America as a symbol of dreams and opportunities.
He went to America to pursue the American dream.
Il est parti en Amérique pour poursuivre le rêve américain.
America used informally to refer to the United States.
He loves pop culture, especially America's TV shows and movies.
Il adore la culture pop, surtout l'Amérique des séries et des films.
Sometimes used to talk about consumerist culture.
Everything is big and extravagant, it's really America here.
Tout est grand et extravagant, c'est vraiment l'Amérique ici.