French translation of oceanus is 
oceanus

Meaning of "oceanus" in English

Oceanus, in English, often refers to the ancient Greek Titan who was believed to be the divine personification of the sea. In mythology, he was considered the great river encircling the world and was sometimes depicted as the personification of the outer sea. Oceanus was believed to control all of the Earth's fresh water, including rivers, oceans, and lakes. The term can occasionally be used symbolically to represent the vastness or mystery of the ocean.

Meaning of "oceanus" in French

In French, "Océanus" or "Océan" refers to the same mythological figure from Greek mythology known as Oceanus, the Titan associated with water bodies and the sea. The French interpretation follows closely to the classical representation of Oceanus as the embodiment of all Earth’s water compartments. It evokes similar symbolic meanings of vastness and primal forces inherent to the sea.

Pronunciation of "oceanus" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [əʊˈsiːənəs]

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "Oceanus" may vary slightly in different English-speaking regions, but it generally maintains its classical form. The emphasis is typically on the second syllable, with a long 'e.'

Pronunciation of "oceanus" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [ɔ.se.a.nys]

Pronunciation Variations: In French, the pronunciation is more straightforward, adhering to French phonetic norms. Dialectical variations are minimal, focusing on a more nasal intonation depending on regional accents.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. Oceanus was worshipped as the divine sea in Greek mythology. (Océanus était vénéré comme la mer divine dans la mythologie grecque.)
2. Many ancient maps depict Oceanus encircling the world. (De nombreuses cartes anciennes montrent Océanus encerclant le monde.)
3. The play featured a character resembling Oceanus. (La pièce comprenait un personnage ressemblant à Océanus.)
4. Oceanus controlled all the water on Earth, according to myth. (Océanus contrôlait toute l'eau de la Terre, selon le mythe.)
5. The painting depicted Oceanus with flowing water around him. (La peinture représentait Océanus avec de l'eau qui l'entourait.)
6. Literature often uses Oceanus as a metaphor for the sea. (La littérature utilise souvent Océanus comme métaphore de la mer.)
7. Oceanus was seen as an endless river by the Greeks. (Les Grecs considéraient Océanus comme une rivière sans fin.)
8. The ancient stories of Oceanus inspire many artists. (Les histoires anciennes d'Océanus inspirent de nombreux artistes.)
9. Oceanus represents the unknown depths of the sea in poetry. (Océanus représente les profondeurs inconnues de la mer en poésie.)
10. Mythical tales tell of Oceanus’s great power over waters. (Les contes mythiques racontent le grand pouvoir d'Océanus sur les eaux.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "oceanus" in English

Synonyms: ocean, sea, deep, Titan, water deity

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: Poseidon, Neptune, maritime, aquatic, marine

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "oceanus" in French

Synonyms: océan, mer, grand large, titan, dieu des eaux

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: Poséidon, Neptune, maritime, aquatique, marin

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