French · Nature & Environment
ile
island
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
A piece of land surrounded by water.
Example
La Corse est une ile francaise.
Corsica is a French island.
Etymology
'Île' derives from the Latin 'insula', which means island. The term has been retained in French with minimal phonetic alteration.
How & Where It’s Used
'Île' is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts, particularly when discussing geography and travel. It is recognized in all Francophone regions.