equatorial guinea

Thân thiện

A map shows the location of Equatorial Guinea in Africa.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A country in west central Africa: Equatorial Guinea is a sovereign nation located on the west coast of central Africa. Its territory includes a mainland region, Río Muni, and several islands in the Gulf of Guinea, most notably Bioko and Annobón.
   • A former Spanish colony: The country gained its independence from Spain in the year 1968.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The capital of Equatorial Guinea is Malabo, located on Bioko Island.
  • Equatorial Guinea is one of the largest oil producers in sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Spanish is an official language in Equatorial Guinea.

Advanced Usage

• "The Republic of Equatorial Guinea": The full official name of the country.
  • The Republic of Equatorial Guinea is a member of the African Union.

Variants and Related Words

• Equatoguinean (adj): Of or relating to Equatorial Guinea.
  • The Equatoguinean government announced new policies.
• Equatoguinean (n): A native or inhabitant of Equatorial Guinea.
  • The Equatoguineans celebrated their Independence Day.

Synonyms

• Republic of Equatorial Guinea: The official name.
• Spanish Guinea: The historical name for the territory before independence.

Related Phrases

• Gulf of Guinea: The body of water where the islands of Equatorial Guinea are located.
  • The Gulf of Guinea is an important region for maritime trade.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a country of west central Africa (including islands in the Gulf of Guinea); became independent from Spain in 1968

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Equatorial Guinea
• Republic of Equatorial Guinea
• Spanish Guinea