Aigle (en. Eagle)

/ɛɡl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Daytime bird of prey belonging to the family Accipitridae.

The golden eagle is an emblem of strength.

L'aigle royal est un emblème de la force.

A person who has leadership qualities or strength.

He is the eagle of the group, always ready to take the lead.

Il est l'aigle du groupe, toujours prêt à prendre les devants.

Symbol of freedom and power.

The eagle is often used in national coats of arms.

L'aigle est souvent utilisé dans les blasons nationaux.

From Latin 'aquila', meaning 'eagle'.

sea eagle

A large bird of prey that lives near the sea.

aigle de mer

to have the eye of an eagle

To have very good vision or insight.

avoir l'œil d'un aigle

golden eagle

A species of eagle recognized for its size and elegant plumage.

aigle royal

bird of prey

Bird that hunts and feeds on live prey.

rapace

falcon

Bird of prey, often smaller than the eagle.

faucon

predator

Animal that hunts other animals for food.

prédateur

Refers to a person who has a piercing gaze.

He has an eagle eye; he notices everything.

Il a l'œil aigle, il remarque tout.

Used to describe someone who is very strategic.

He is an eagle in business.

C'est un aigle dans les affaires.