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    Aspiration (en. Aspiration)

    /aspirɑs.jɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A desire or ambition to achieve or attain a goal.
    Her aspiration to become a doctor motivated her to study hard.
    Son aspiration à devenir médecin l'a motivée à étudier dur.
    The act of wishing or hoping for something.
    The aspiration for peace is shared by many.
    L'aspiration à la paix est partagée par beaucoup.
    The inhalation of substances into the respiratory tract.
    The aspiration of liquid into the lungs can be dangerous.
    L'aspiration de liquide dans les poumons peut être dangereuse.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'aspiratio', derived from 'aspirare' which means 'to blow towards'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    personal aspiration
    Desire to improve oneself.
    aspiration personnelle
    professional aspiration
    Goals related to one's career.
    aspiration professionnelle
    collective aspiration
    Shared objective among a group.
    aspiration collective

    Related Words

    to aspire
    Having a strong desire for something.
    aspirer
    aspiring
    A person who aims to obtain something.
    aspirant
    inspiration
    Stimulation of the mind to create or express something.
    inspiration

    Slang Meanings

    Having dreams of social ascent.
    He has rich aspirations, even though he does not come from a privileged background.
    Il a des aspirations de riches, même s'il ne vient pas d'un milieu favorisé.
    Living with one's head in the clouds.
    She has unrealistic aspirations, but it gives her energy.
    Elle a des aspirations irréalistes, mais ça lui donne de l'énergie.