noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
North American continent
Geographical term referring to the continent of North America. Often used in academic or formal contexts.
北米大陸にはカナダ、アメリカ、メキシコなどの国があります。
The North American continent includes countries such as Canada, the United States, and Mexico.
北アメリカ is a more common, everyday term for North America as a region, while 北米大陸 specifically emphasizes the continental landmass.
Compound of 北米 (North America) and 大陸 (continent).