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    Galopant (en. Galloping)

    /ɡalɔpɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Relates to a rapid and frenzied movement.
    The galloping events of the day exhausted him.
    Les événements galopants de la journée l'ont épuisé.
    Characterized by a sustained or excessive rhythm.
    The galloping storyline of the novel keeps us on edge.
    L'histoire galopante du roman nous tient en haleine.
    Refers to rapid growth or an increase.
    Inflation is galloping in certain economies.
    L'inflation est galopante dans certaines économies.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'galloper', meaning to move quickly on horseback.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to a galloping tune
    Used to describe music that is rhythmic and catchy.
    sur un air galopant
    to go at a galloping pace
    Means to progress very quickly.
    aller à un rythme galopant

    Related Words

    gallop
    Rapid movement of a horse in a four-time gait.
    galop
    to gallop
    To go very fast, run or move quickly.
    galoper
    acceleration
    Increase in the speed of movement.
    accélération

    Slang Meanings

    Used to describe a person who acts quickly, sometimes too quickly.
    He has galloping ideas; he should take the time to think.
    Il a des idées galopantes, il faudrait qu'il prenne le temps de réfléchir.
    Refers to a situation that evolves too rapidly.
    The situation is becoming galloping; we don't even have time to react.
    La situation devient galopante, on n'a même pas le temps de réagir.