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    Brin (en. Strand)

    bʁɛ̃

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A slender and elongated part of a plant.
    He picked a sprig of grass to flavor the dish.
    Il a cueilli un brin d'herbe pour parfumer le plat.
    A small amount, a fragment.
    He added a pinch of salt to the recipe.
    Il a ajouté un brin de sel à la recette.
    A very thin thread or filament.
    A ray of light illuminated the dark room.
    Un brin de lumière éclairait la pièce sombre.

    Etymology

    Of uncertain origin, probably derived from the Latin 'brennum' meaning 'sprig' or 'small branch'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sprig of humor
    A small dose of humor.
    brin d'humour
    a bit of craziness
    A hint of craziness.
    un brin de folie
    in a light manner
    In a light or superficial manner.
    à la brin

    Related Words

    wool sprig
    A small piece or strand of wool.
    brin de laine
    blade of grass
    A small stem or leaf of grass.
    brin d'herbe

    Slang Meanings

    A young boy or young man.
    Look at that guy; he is really funny.
    Regarde ce brin, il est vraiment drôle.
    A person who has style or elegance.
    That guy is really stylish; he knows how to dress.
    Ce type est vraiment un brin, il sait s'habiller.