Angelo (en. Angelo)

/ɑ̃.ʒe.lo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
To be a spiritual being who serves as a messenger between God and humans.
In Christian iconography, an angelo is often depicted with wings.
Dans l'iconographie chrétienne, un angelo est souvent représenté avec des ailes.
A person of great kindness, often described as angelic.
He is a real angelo, always ready to help others.
C'est un vrai angelo, toujours prêt à aider les autres.
Often used to refer to someone very loved or precious.
My little angelo, I love you more than anything.
Mon petit angelo, je t'aime plus que tout.

Etymology

The word 'angelo' comes from the Italian 'angelo', which in turn is derived from the Latin 'angelus', meaning 'messenger'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be an angelo
To be a very kind or generous person.
être un angelo
to see an angelo
To encounter someone very kind.
voir un angelo
the heart of an angelo
To have a great capacity for empathy or compassion.
le cœur d'un angelo

Related Words

angelic
Concerning angels; said of great beauty or purity.
angélique
angelique
Of great gentleness; evoking kindness.
angelique
angelology
Study of angels.
angéologie

Slang Meanings

A term of endearment for a very loved person.
He always calls me 'my angelo' when he's happy.
Il m'appelle toujours 'mon angelo' quand il est heureux.
Referring to a person who behaves in a very gentle or kind manner.
She is so kind, she's a real angelo.
Elle est si gentille, c'est une vraie angelo.