Syrie (en. Syria)

/si.ʁi/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A country in the Levant located in Western Asia.
Syria has a rich cultural and historical history.
La Syrie a une riche histoire culturelle et historique.
An internationally recognized state located in the Middle East region.
Syria is known for its archaeological heritage.
La Syrie est connue pour son patrimoine archéologique.

Etymology

From Latin 'Syria', derived from Greek 'Súria'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

situation in Syria
Reference to the current political and social conditions in Syria.
situation en Syrie
Syrian crisis
Ongoing armed conflict and humanitarian crisis in Syria.
crise syrienne
Syrian culture
The set of traditions and customs of the peoples of Syria.
culture syrienne

Related Words

Damascus
Capital of Syria, known for its millennia-old history.
Damascus
Aleppo
Second largest city in Syria, famous for its old souk.
Aleppo
Baalbek
Important archaeological site, although located in Lebanon, often associated with Syrian history.
Baalbek

Slang Meanings

Evokes unstable or conflict situations.
It has become a real mess, like in Syria.
C'est devenu un vrai bazar, comme en Syrie.
Used to designate devastated regions.
This city looks like Syria after the war.
Cette ville ressemble à la Syrie après la guerre.