Adolphe (en. Adolphe)

/a.dɔlf/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Masculine first name.

Adolphe is a first name that experienced a certain popularity in the 19th century.

Adolphe est un prénom qui a connu une certaine popularité au XIXe siècle.

Historical or fictional character named Adolphe.

The Adolphe by Benjamin Constant is a famous novel.

L'Adolphe de Benjamin Constant est un roman célèbre.

Of German origin, from the Old High German 'Adalwolf', composed of the elements 'adal' (noble) and 'wulf' (wolf).

Adolphe is here!

Indicates that someone is arriving, often with enthusiasm.

Adolphe est là !

To be like Adolphe

To be in a position of power or authority.

Être comme Adolphe

Adolf

First name of similar origin in use in Germany.

Adolf

Adalwurth

A name meaning 'noble wolf', etymologically related.

Adalwurth

In a humorous tone to refer to an annoying person.

Don't be an Adolphe today!

Ne sois pas un Adolphe aujourd'hui !

Used pejoratively to describe a strict person.

She's acting like an Adolphe with her rules.

Elle agit comme un Adolphe avec ses règles.