european

word · lemma: europe

/ˌjʊɹəˈpiːən/
yoor-uh-PEE-uhn
/ˌjʊəɹəˈpiːən/
yoor-uh-PEE-uhn

Definition

Related to Europe, its people, or its cultures. It can also refer to a person from Europe.

Usage & Nuances

Usually an adjective: 'European countries', 'European food', 'European history'. It is also a noun for a person from Europe: 'She is a European.' Capitalize it because it comes from a place name. Do not confuse it with 'EU', which refers specifically to the European Union, not all of Europe.

Example Sentences

She loves European films, especially French ones.

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The café has a cozy European feel.

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People often assume he is European because of his accent.

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We visited a European city last summer.

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This museum has many European paintings.

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My teacher is European.

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