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corinth

/ˈkɒr.ɪnθ/

Traduction: Nom propre désignant le port grec moderne situé près du site de l'ancienne cité de Corinthe, qui n'était historiquement surpassée en importance que par Athènes.

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noun

B1formalcommon/ˈkɒr.ɪnθ/

indénombrable · nom propre

A proper noun referring to a modern Greek port located near the site of the ancient city, which was historically second only to Athens in importance.

  • 🇫🇷Nom propre désignant le port grec moderne situé près du site de l'ancienne cité de Corinthe, qui n'était historiquement surpassée en importance que par Athènes.
  1. Ancient Greek city-state B2 formal

    A major city-state in ancient Greece, known for its wealth, commerce, and strategic location on the Isthmus of Corinth.

    • Corinth was a powerful rival to Athens in ancient times.
    • The city of Corinth controlled trade routes between the Peloponnese and mainland Greece.
    • Saint Paul wrote letters to the early Christian community in Corinth.

    🇫🇷Corinthe (cité-État antique)

    Synonymes: korinthos

  2. Modern Greek city B2 formal

    A modern port city in Greece, located near the site of the ancient city, serving as a major transportation hub.

    • The modern city of Corinth is an important industrial and shipping center.
    • Tourists often visit Corinth to see the ancient ruins and the Corinth Canal.
    • The Corinth Canal connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf.

    🇫🇷Corinthe (ville moderne)

    Synonymes: korinthos