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    Africa (en. Africa)

    /ˈafɾika/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The second largest continent in the world.
    Africa is known for its biodiversity.
    África es conocida por su biodiversidad.
    Region that includes all the countries of the African continent.
    I have had the opportunity to visit several countries in Africa.
    He tenido la oportunidad de visitar varios países en África.
    Cultural, geographical, and political environment of African peoples.
    The history of Africa is rich and varied.
    La historia de África es rica y variada.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'Africa', which likely derives from a Phoenician root meaning 'dust', or from the Roman word 'Afer', which refers to the natives of North Africa.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Sub-Saharan Africa
    Part of the African continent located south of the Sahara Desert.
    África subsahariana
    The Heart of Africa
    Expression used to refer to the central region of the continent, rich in resources and culture.
    El corazón de África
    African Culture
    Set of practices, beliefs, and customs of African peoples.
    Cultura africana

    Related Words

    sahara
    Desert that occupies a large part of North Africa.
    sahara
    nilo
    Longest river in the world, which crosses several African countries.
    nilo
    atlas
    Mountain range in northwest Africa that separates the Mediterranean Sea from the Sahara Desert.
    atlas

    Slang Meanings

    Land of opportunities
    Many consider Africa to be a land of opportunities for entrepreneurs.
    Muchos consideran a África como una tierra de oportunidades para los emprendedores.
    Cradle of humanity
    It is said that Africa is the cradle of humanity due to its ancient fossils.
    Se dice que África es la cuna de la humanidad debido a sus antiguos fósiles.