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    Ames (en. Souls)

    /ɛm/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The immaterial part of a human being, often associated with their thoughts and emotions.
    It is said that the souls of the deceased float among us.
    On dit que les âmes des défunts flottent parmi nous.
    The mind or consciousness of a person.
    She has an artistic soul that is manifested in her works.
    Elle a une âme artistique qui se manifeste dans ses œuvres.
    The principle of life, often considered immortal.
    He firmly believes in the reincarnation of souls.
    Il croit fermement à la réincarnation des âmes.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'anima', which means 'breath' or 'vital breath'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Soul mate
    A person with whom one has a deep spiritual connection.
    Âme sœur
    To lose one's soul
    To feel detached from one's values or oneself.
    Perdre son âme
    To have an artist's soul
    To have a strong artistic sensitivity.
    Avoir une âme d'artiste
    To sell one's soul to the devil
    To be willing to compromise one's principles to obtain something.
    Vendre son âme au diable

    Related Words

    spirit
    Ability to think and reason.
    esprit
    conscience
    Self-perception and perception of one's environment.
    conscience
    ethics
    Philosophy concerning morality.
    éthique
    spiritual
    Related to the spirit rather than to matter.
    spirituel
    mystical
    Related to the search for union with the divine.
    mystique

    Slang Meanings

    To be in the clouds
    He seems to have lost his soul today; he is completely in the clouds.
    Il a l'air d'avoir perdu son âme aujourd'hui, il est complètement dans les nuages.
    To have soul
    This artist really has soul in his music.
    Cet artiste a vraiment de l'âme dans sa musique.