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    Béante (en. Gaping)

    /be.ɑ̃t/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That which is open wide, particularly in a context where this is remarkable.
    The door was gaping, letting in the sound of the storm.
    La porte était béante, laissant passer le bruit de la tempête.
    That which expresses great surprise or strong emotion, in a state of astonishment.
    She was gaping at the unexpected announcement.
    Elle est restée béante devant l'annonce inattendue.
    Used to describe something of vast dimensions or great magnitude.
    He was looking at the gaping horizon of the ocean.
    Il regardait l’horizon béant de l’océan.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'gape', meaning 'to open wide'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a gaping smile
    a wide and welcoming smile.
    un sourire béant
    a gaping wound
    an open and deep wound.
    une béante blessure
    gaping eyes
    eyes wide open, often in a state of astonishment.
    les yeux béants

    Related Words

    gap
    state of being gaping.
    béance
    gape
    to open or create a wide space.
    béer
    open
    that which is not closed, accessible.
    ouvert

    Slang Meanings

    To be completely surprised or shocked.
    He was gaping when he heard the news.
    Il est resté béant quand il a entendu la nouvelle.
    To be in a state of great astonishment.
    She had a gaping look after the performance.
    Elle avait un regard béant après la performance.