French word

européen

Pronunciation

IPA/øʁopeɛ̃/

Meaning

  • adjectiveEuropean

Example

Ce produit est européen.

This product is European.

Illustration for européen (European)

More examples

Elle se sent européenne.

She feels European.

Core concept

A label for something rooted in Europe, from its land and history to its people and shared traditions.

Common phrases

  • marché européen

    European market

  • citoyen européen

    European citizen

  • accord européen

    European agreement

Similar words

français: Relating to France or originating there.
international: Involving several countries or crossing national borders.
étranger: Relating to or originating in another country.
national: Relating to one country or its affairs.

Definition in French

Relatif au continent européen, à ses traditions, à ses habitants ou à ce qui en est originaire.

Word origin

The adjective comes from Latin europaeus, formed from Greek Europa, and developed through medieval French into modern French européen.

Usage tips

  • As an adjective, européen agrees with the noun: européenne is feminine, while européens and européennes are the plural forms.

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