Crete Meaning in English

word

US

ˈkɹit

KREET

UK

kriːt

KREET

Definition

Crete is the largest island in Greece and a popular tourist destination in the Mediterranean Sea.

Usage & Nuances

'Crete' is always a proper noun and refers to the Greek island. In English, it's pronounced 'KREET.' Not to be confused with 'concrete.' Used mostly in geographical, historical, or travel contexts.

• Spanish: Creta
• Portuguese (BR): Creta
• Portuguese (PT): Creta
• Chinese (Simplified): 克里特岛
• Chinese (Traditional): 克里特島
• Hindi: क्रेट
• Arabic: كريت
• Bengali: ক্রীট (গ্রিসের দ্বীপ)
• Russian: Крит
• Japanese: クレタ島
• Vietnamese: Crete (đảo lớn của Hy Lạp)
• Korean: 크레타섬
• Turkish: Girit
• Urdu: کریٹ (یونان کا جزیرہ)
• Indonesian: Kreta

Example Sentences

Crete is an island in Greece.

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Many tourists visit Crete every year.

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The weather in Crete is warm and sunny.

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I’d love to spend my summer vacation in Crete one day.

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Crete has beautiful beaches and ancient ruins.

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Have you ever tried traditional food from Crete?

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