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    Mer (en. Sea)

    mɛʁ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Expanse of saltwater.
    The Mediterranean Sea is known for its warm waters.
    La mer Méditerranée est connue pour ses eaux chaudes.
    All the oceans and seas.
    The earth is covered 70% by the sea.
    La terre est recouverte à 70% par la mer.
    Frequency of a marine activity.
    They spend their holidays by the sea.
    Ils passent leurs vacances au bord de la mer.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'mare', meaning 'sea'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    rough sea
    A sea with lots of waves.
    mer agitée
    off the coast of the sea
    Far from the shore, out at sea.
    au large de la mer
    to have fun in the air over the sea
    To be on vacation or enjoy the sea.
    s’envoyer en l'air sur la mer

    Related Words

    beach
    Part of the land adjacent to the sea.
    plage
    boat
    Floating vehicle used on the sea.
    bateau
    sailor
    Refers to someone who navigates or works at sea.
    marin

    Slang Meanings

    Expression used to designate great distress or disagreement.
    What he told me was nonsense.
    Ce qu'il m'a dit, c'était de la mer.
    Used to express astonishment at something absurd.
    What's happening here is complete nonsense.
    C'est de la mer totale ce qui se passe ici.