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    Airs (en. Airs)

    /ɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A melody or piece of music, often light and delicate.
    She sang a piece by Mozart.
    Elle a chanté un air de Mozart.
    An affected attitude or posture.
    He had an air of superiority.
    Il avait des airs de supériorité.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'air', from Latin 'aerem', meaning 'air' or 'atmosphere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have airs
    To behave in a pretentious manner.
    avoir des airs
    family resemblance
    Physical or behavioral resemblance between members of the same family.
    air de famille
    rest area
    A place arranged for resting, usually along a road.
    aire de repos

    Related Words

    aerial
    Related to air or atmosphere.
    aérien
    wind
    Movement of air.
    vent
    know-how
    Ability to behave with elegance and courtesy.
    savoir-vivre

    Slang Meanings

    To be pretentious
    He has really been acting superior since he passed his exam.
    Il a vraiment des airs depuis qu'il a réussi son examen.
    To give oneself a style
    She is putting on airs by wearing that dress.
    Elle se donne des airs en portant cette robe.