🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

Israël

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Izraël

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Israel/ˈɪz.reɪ.əl/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #2000 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"Israël est connu pour ses sites historiques."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A country in the Middle East located on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea.

    "Israel is known for its historical sites and diverse culture."
  2. 2

    The Jewish people as a collective, often associated with their historical and cultural heritage.

    "The diaspora of Israel has spread across the globe."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The name 'Israel' originates from the Hebrew language, derived from the biblical figure Jacob, who was given the name after wrestling with an angel. The term has evolved to represent the modern state established in 1948, reflecting both historical and cultural significance.

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