Australia (en. Australia)

/ausˈtɾalja/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Country-continent that includes the island of Tasmania and numerous smaller islands.
Australia is famous for its beaches and wildlife.
Australia es famosa por sus playas y su vida silvestre.
Nation member of the Commonwealth of Nations.
The capital of Australia is Canberra.
La capital de Australia es Canberra.
Popular tourist destination for its culture and nature.
Thousands of tourists visit Australia every year.
Miles de turistas visitan Australia cada año.

Etymology

From Latin 'australis', meaning 'of the south'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The land of kangaroos
Reference to Australia for its unique fauna.
El país de los canguros
The land of the sun
Description of Australia due to its sunny climate.
La tierra del sol

Related Words

Kangaroo
Endemic marsupial mammal of Australia.
Canguro
Sydney
One of the largest and most iconic cities in Australia.
Sídney
Canberra
The political capital of Australia.
Canberra

Slang Meanings

Oz
I'm going to Oz for a vacation.
Voy a Oz para unas vacaciones.
Down Under
I was planning a trip Down Under this summer.
Estaba planeando un viaje Down Under este verano.