Mediterranean (noun) refers to anything related to the region surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, especially its cultures, peoples, or climate. The term is commonly used to describe geography, cuisine, and historical connections between southern Europe, northern Africa, and western Asia. In everyday language, it also denotes a general sense of sun-filled, coastal, or sea-breeze associations. Pronunciation-focused discussions often center on syllable stress and non-native speakers' articulation challenges.
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