Astronomes (en. Astronomers)

[astrɔnɔm]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A person who studies astronomy.
Astronomers observe stars with powerful telescopes.
Les astronomes observent les étoiles avec de puissants télescopes.
Specialist in the sciences of the stars.
The astronomers at the observatory made a major discovery.
Les astronomes de l'observatoire ont fait une découverte majeure.
Researcher in the field of astronomy.
Astronomers often participate in international conferences.
Les astronomes participent souvent à des conférences internationales.

Etymology

The word 'astronomer' comes from the Greek 'astron' meaning star and 'nomos' meaning law.

Common Phrases and Expressions

amateur astronomers
People interested in astronomy without being professionals.
astronomes amateurs
astronomical observations
Studies or monitoring of celestial bodies.
observations astronomiques
careers of astronomers
Professions related to the study of the stars.
carrières d'astronomes

Related Words

astronomy
The science that studies celestial bodies, their movement, and the laws that govern them.
astronomie
telescope
Instrument used to observe celestial objects.
télescope
constellation
Group of stars that forms a figure in the sky.
constellation

Slang Meanings

Sky gourmet
This astronomer is a true sky gourmet; he loves to observe the stars like others savor a good meal.
Cet astronome est un véritable gastronome du ciel, il aime observer les étoiles comme d'autres savourent un bon repas.
Star geek
François is a star geek; he owns several telescopes at home.
François est un geek des étoiles, il possède plusieurs télescopes chez lui.