Yes, geographically, if you are from England, you are European.
Here's a breakdown to clarify the answer, considering various perspectives:
Geographic Perspective
- England is located on the continent of Europe.
- Therefore, based on geographic definitions, people from England are European.
Other Perspectives
However, the definition of "European" can be interpreted in different ways, as the provided reference indicates:
Are we part of it? The geographers say yes. Many Britons doubt it, for the second of those three interlocking meanings is, as Collins English Dictionary tells us, "the continent of Europe, except for the British Isles." (One wonders where that leaves Ireland.)
This suggests that some people in Britain (and perhaps elsewhere) may not consider the British Isles to be part of Europe due to cultural or political reasons, despite the geographic reality.
Summary
| Aspect | Definition | Implication for English Identity |
|---|---|---|
| Geography | England is part of the European continent. | You are European. |
| Some Definitions | Europe is defined as the continent excluding the British Isles. | Some may not consider you European. |
Ultimately, whether someone from England identifies as European is a personal choice. However, geographically speaking, the answer is definitively yes.
