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    Ânes (en. Donkeys)

    /an/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Domestic animal, often used as a means of transport or load.
    Donkeys can carry heavy loads over long distances.
    Les ânes peuvent transporter de lourdes charges sur de longues distances.
    Male of the donkey species.
    This donkey is very intelligent and learns easily.
    Cet âne est très intelligent et apprend facilement.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'asinus', which means 'donkey'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have donkeys in one's head
    To be a bit crazy or have strange ideas.
    avoir des ânes dans la tête
    to behave like a donkey
    To be stubborn or obstinate.
    se comporter comme un âne

    Related Words

    donkey
    Domestic mammal, often used by humans.
    âne
    jenny (female donkey)
    Female of the donkey.
    ânesse
    foolishness
    Nonsense or foolishness.
    ânerie

    Slang Meanings

    Used to refer to a stubborn person.
    He is as stubborn as a donkey.
    Il est aussi têtu qu'un âne.
    Incorrectly used to refer to a ridiculous person.
    Look at him, he is acting like a donkey.
    Regarde-le, il agit comme un âne.