asia

• Nombre propio que designa el continente más extenso y poblado del mundo, cuna de algunas de las civilizaciones más antiguas y a menudo considerado junto con Europa como Eurasia.

A proper noun referring to the largest continent, home to a significant portion of the world's population and the site of some of the earliest civilizations, often considered together with Europe as Eurasia.

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1. A2formal

   The largest continent on Earth, home to about 60% of the global population. It is connected to Europe on the west, forming the landmass of Eurasia, and is the birthplace of some of the world's earliest civilizations.

   Asia

   • Asia is the most populous continent in the world.
   • Many ancient civilizations, such as those in Mesopotamia and the Indus Valley, originated in Asia.
   • The continent of Asia spans diverse climates and landscapes.

2. Asian nations collectivelyB1formal

   The countries and peoples of the Asian continent considered as a group.

   Asia (como conjunto de naciones asiáticas)

   • Asia is a major economic and cultural powerhouse.
   • Trade between Europe and Asia has a long history.
   • The nations of Asia are working together on environmental issues.

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