Adèle (en. Adele)
a-dɛl
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Female first name.
At school, I met a girl named Adele.
À l'école, j'ai rencontré une fille qui s'appelle Adèle.
A person bearing this first name.
Adele is an excellent singer.
Adèle est une excellente chanteuse.
A famous or fictional character named Adele.
In the film, the main role is played by Adele.
Dans le film, le rôle principal est tenu par Adèle.
Etymology
Of Germanic origin, coming from the word 'adal' which means 'noble'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Adele, the artist
Refers to the British singer famous for her ballads.
Adele, l'artiste
To be like Adele
Expresses the idea of being talented and charismatic.
Être comme Adele
Adele and success
Refers to the phenomenal success of the singer.
Adele et le succès
Related Words
adelphe
Sister (in the context of family relations).
adelphe
adelantado
A historical term designating a governor or commander.
adelantado
Slang Meanings
Romantic and melancholic person.
She is really adèle when she talks about love.
Elle est vraiment adèle quand elle parle d'amour.
Talented singer.
That evening was so good, it felt like an Adele concert.
Cette soirée était si bonne, on aurait dit un concert d'Adèle.