Mers (en. Seas)

mɛʁ

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A large expanse of saltwater that makes up part of the oceans.

The seas are teeming with marine life.

Les mers regorgent de vies marines.

A body of water that can be separated from oceans by land.

The Mediterranean is a sea surrounded by several countries.

La Méditerranée est une mer entourée de plusieurs pays.

A vast salty watercourse.

Storms at sea can be very dangerous.

Les tempêtes en mer peuvent être très dangereuses.

Comes from the Latin 'mare' which means 'sea'.

calm sea

A sea without waves.

mer calme

rough sea

A sea with waves and strong movements.

mer agitée

to beat the sea

To get there with difficulty or by making efforts.

battre la mer

sailor

Relating to the sea or navigation.

marin

maritime

Relating to the sea and everything surrounding it.

maritime

ocean

A large expanse of saltwater, larger than the sea.

océan

To find oneself by the sea.

We are going to the seas this weekend!

On va aux mers ce week-end!

To talk about vacations in the sun.

I need a break, heading to the seas!

J'ai besoin d'une pause, direction les mers!