Word: European

Pronunciation

/jʊˈrəʊpɪən/

Definitions

• Noun: A person who is a native or inhabitant of Europe, or of European descent. For example: “Many Europeans travel to different countries within the continent without needing a visa.”
• Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of Europe or its people, culture, or languages. For example: “European cuisine varies greatly from country to country.”

Noun Usage Examples

• “The European Union consists of 27 member states working together on economic and political matters.”
• “She has a diverse group of friends, including several Europeans from various countries.”

Adjective Usage Examples

• “European art history is rich with masterpieces by renowned painters like Rembrandt and da Vinci.”
• “The European Parliament is responsible for making laws that impact all EU citizens.”

Phrases

• “European Union” - An economic and political union consisting of 27 European countries.
• “European heritage” - The traditions, cultural legacies, and historical artefacts of European nations.
• “European languages” - Refers to the many languages spoken across Europe, such as English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “His grandparents were Europeans who migrated to the United States during World War II.”
• Adjective: “European architecture can be seen in the Gothic cathedrals and Baroque palaces throughout the continent.”

Synonyms

• Continental (when used as an adjective referring to Europe)
• Europan (less commonly used alternative form)
• Europian (archaic or non-standard spelling)

Note: As a noun, “European” does not have direct synonyms that convey the exact same meaning; however, when referring to people from specific regions or countries within Europe, one might use nationalities (e.g., Italian, German, Spanish). As an adjective, “continental” can sometimes be used in a broader sense to refer to things related to mainland Europe, but it doesn’t exclusively mean ‘European’.