Méditerranée (en. Mediterranean)

/med.it.ɛ.ʁa.ne/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Sea located between Europe, Africa, and Asia.

The Mediterranean is known for its beautiful landscapes.

La Méditerranée est connue pour ses paysages magnifiques.

Region surrounding this sea, characterized by a warm climate.

Mediterranean beaches attract many tourists.

Les plages méditerranéennes attirent de nombreux touristes.

Ensemble of cultures that developed around the Mediterranean Sea.

Mediterranean cuisine is famous for its flavors.

La cuisine méditerranéenne est célèbre pour ses saveurs.

Comes from the Latin 'Mediterraneus' meaning 'in the middle of the lands.'

Mediterranean bath

Bath in the Mediterranean Sea.

bain méditerranéen

Mediterranean cuisine

Cuisine inspired by the countries bordering the Mediterranean.

cuisine méditerranéenne

Mediterranean climate

Climate characterized by hot, dry summers.

climat méditerranéen

Southern

Related to the south, particularly Mediterranean coastal regions.

méridional

Tropical

Related to warm regions, outside the Mediterranean area.

tropical

Coastal

Close to the sea, related to Mediterranean coastal zones.

côtière

To designate a state of vacation or relaxation associated with the sea.

We're in Mediterranean mode this weekend, relaxed in the sun.

On est en mode méditerranéen ce week-end, détendu au soleil.

Used to describe a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

This restaurant has a very Mediterranean ambiance.

Ce restaurant a une ambiance très méditerranéenne.