Aurore (en. Dawn)

/o.ʁɔʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Light that precedes the sunrise.
The dawn colored the sky with shades of pink.
L'aurore a coloré le ciel de nuances roses.
Moment when the day begins to rise.
We walked along the beach at dawn.
Nous avons marché au bord de la mer à l'aurore.
Astronomical phenomenon associated with the appearance of light in the sky.
The northern lights are a fascinating spectacle.
L'aurore boréale est un spectacle fascinant.

Etymology

From Latin 'aurora', meaning 'the dawn'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a dawn of hope
A promising new beginning.
une aurore d'espoir
the song of the dawn
The first sounds of the morning.
le chant de l'aurore

Related Words

dawn
The beginning of the day, synonymous with dawn.
aube
twilight
Glow that announces the end of the day.
crépuscule

Slang Meanings

A new beginning or a new opportunity.
After this ordeal, I feel a dawn in my life.
Après cette épreuve, je ressens une aurore dans ma vie.