Abondantes (en. Abundant)

/a.bɔ.dɑ̃t/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Existing in large quantity, in profusion.
This year's harvests are abundant.
Les récoltes de cette année sont abondantes.
Rich, overflowing.
The flowers in this garden are abundant in spring.
Les fleurs dans ce jardin sont abondantes au printemps.
Offering great diversity.
The dishes offered at the buffet are abundant and varied.
Les plats proposés au buffet sont abondants et variés.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'abundantem', form of 'abundare' which means 'to overflow'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

an abundance of goods does no harm
It is possible to have many possessions without it being harmful.
abondance de biens ne nuit pas
to be in abundance
To be in a situation of wealth.
être dans l'abondance
abundance leads to lightness
Having too much wealth can lead to negligence.
l'abondance entraîne la légèreté

Related Words

abundance
State of being abundant, profusion.
abondance
to abound
Being in large quantity.
abonder
abundantly
In an abundant manner.
abondamment

Slang Meanings

In a large quantity.
There are unlimited burgers, it's really abundant here!
Il y a des burgers à volonté, c'est vraiment abondant ici !
Excessively.
He spent abundantly during his vacation.
Il a dépensé abondamment pendant ses vacances.