Micronesia Meaning in English

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US

ˌmaɪkɹoʊˈniʒə

my-kroh-NEE-zhuh

UK

ˌmaɪ.krəˈniː.ʒə

my-kruh-NEE-zhuh

Definition

Micronesia is a region of small islands in the western Pacific Ocean, and also refers to a country called the Federated States of Micronesia.

Usage & Nuances

'Micronesia' can mean the entire island region or specifically the country, the Federated States of Micronesia. In geography, it's part of Oceania. Used mainly in formal, academic, or travel contexts. Not to be confused with Melanesia or Polynesia.

• Spanish: Micronesia
• Portuguese (BR): Micronésia
• Portuguese (PT): Micronésia
• Chinese (Simplified): 密克罗尼西亚
• Chinese (Traditional): 密克羅尼西亞
• Hindi: माइक्रोनेशिया
• Arabic: ميكرونيزيا
• Bengali: মাইক্রোনেশিয়া
• Russian: Микронезия
• Japanese: ミクロネシア
• Vietnamese: Micronesia
• Korean: 미크로네시아
• Turkish: Mikronezya
• Urdu: مائکرونیشیا
• Indonesian: Mikronesia

Example Sentences

Micronesia is located in the Pacific Ocean.

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The Federated States of Micronesia is a country made up of islands.

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People in Micronesia speak several languages.

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I’ve always wanted to visit Micronesia for its beautiful beaches.

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Did you know Micronesia is made up of over 600 islands?

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Flights to Micronesia can be expensive, but the experience is worth it.

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