A large continuous expanse of land on Earth; a continent (e.g., Africa, America).
世界には七つの大陸があると一般に言われる。
It is commonly said that there are seven continents in the world.
ヨーロッパ大陸とアジア大陸は陸続きだが、文化は大きく異なる。
The European and Asian continents are connected by land, but their cultures differ greatly.
地質学では、大陸プレートの運動が地震を引き起こすと説明される。
In geology, the movement of continental plates is explained as causing earthquakes.
Used to refer to continental Asia specifically, especially the Chinese mainland (as opposed to islands like Taiwan or Hong Kong).
台湾では『大陸』というと主に中国本土を指すことが多い。
In Taiwan, 'the mainland' usually refers to the Chinese mainland.
彼は大陸から出張で来日したと言っていた。
He said he came to Japan on a business trip from the mainland.
その報道は大陸側の事情を詳しく伝えている。
That report gives detailed information about circumstances on the mainland.
Refers specifically to continental Europe (the European landmass, as opposed to islands or Britain).
イギリスは島国であり、しばしば大陸ヨーロッパと区別される。
Britain is an island nation and is often distinguished from continental Europe.
大陸と島嶼部では気候や歴史が異なることが多い。
The mainland and island regions often differ in climate and history.
彼女は大陸ヨーロッパの留学経験が長い。
She has long experience studying in continental Europe.