martinique

IPA/ˌmɑː.tɪˈniːk/
KK[mɑrtɪnˈik]IPA/ˌmɑːr.tənˈiːk/

martinique — noun

1. a Caribbean island region that belongs to France.

1.nounB2
Definition

a Caribbean island region that belongs to France.

Example

Our cruise stopped in Martinique for two days in July.

travel pattern: stop in Martinique

Martinique exports bananas, rum, and other farm products.

common factual use with exports

Common collocations
  • in Martinique
  • travel to Martinique
  • across Martinique
  • the island of Martinique

Usage Note

Usually appears without an article and refers to the island as a single place. In formal writing, it may also be described as one of France's overseas regions.

Common Mistakes

We spent a week in the Martinique.
We spent a week in Martinique.
this place name normally appears without 'the'.

Synonym discussion

Sense: noun/1

'Island', 'territory', and 'region' describe Martinique from different angles. 'Island' is the everyday word and focuses on the land itself. 'Territory' highlights political control, so it is more useful when talking about who governs the place. 'Region' is broader and can sound administrative, especially in official writing about France. In normal travel talk, 'the island of Martinique' sounds most natural. In news or history writing, 'French territory' or 'overseas region' gives a more exact picture of its political status.

island ↗territory ↗region ↗

Common collocations

Phrases

  • travel to Martinique
  • the island of Martinique

Prepositions