Asia (en. Asia)

/ˈa.sja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The largest continent in the world, which includes countries like China, India, Japan, and more.
Asia is known for its cultural and geographical diversity.
Asia es conocida por su diversidad cultural y geográfica.
Region of origin of various ancient civilizations.
Ancient Asian civilizations such as the Chinese and Indian have influenced the world.
Las antiguas civilizaciones asiáticas como la china y la india han influido en el mundo.

Etymology

The word 'Asia' comes from the Greek 'Ἀσία', which referred to the lands to the east of Greece.

Common Phrases and Expressions

South Asia
It refers to the group of countries in the southern part of the Asian continent.
Asia del Sur
Asian Culture
It refers to the customs and traditions of the peoples of Asia.
Cultura asiática
Asian Economy
It encompasses the study of the economies of Asian countries.
Economía asiática

Related Words

Asian
Pertaining to or relating to Asia.
asiático
Asian (feminine form)
Feminine form of 'asiático'.
asiática
Asia-Pacific
Region that includes Asia and the Pacific islands.
asia-pacífico

Slang Meanings

Used to refer to something exotic and different.
That restaurant has a very Asia vibe.
Ese restaurante tiene un ambiente muy asia.
In some contexts, it refers to an oriental aesthetic.
That fashion has a very Asia touch.
Esa moda tiene un toque muy asia.