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    Cieux (en. Heavens)

    /sjø/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The space surrounding the Earth, considered the place where stars and clouds are found.
    This evening, the skies are lit up by the full moon.
    Ce soir, les cieux sont éclairés par la pleine lune.
    In a religious context, it can designate the kingdom of God or the place where blessed souls reside.
    Believers hope to reach the skies after their death.
    Les croyants espèrent atteindre les cieux après leur mort.
    A poetic way to refer to happiness or peace.
    They felt in the skies during their wedding.
    Ils se sont sentis dans les cieux lors de leur mariage.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'caelum', meaning sky.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the skies are clearing
    Indicates that the weather is improving.
    les cieux s'éclaircissent
    to make the skies
    Expresses the idea of dying.
    rendre les cieux
    open skies
    In a religious context, indicates direct communication with God.
    cieux ouverts

    Related Words

    sky
    The visible space above the Earth.
    ciel
    storm
    A weather phenomenon often visible in the skies.
    orage
    cloud
    A visible mass of water or ice particles in the skies.
    nuage

    Slang Meanings

    To express a moment of great joy or satisfaction.
    When he received the good news, he was in the skies.
    Quand il a reçu la bonne nouvelle, il était aux cieux.
    To be in a pleasant or fortunate situation.
    Since she got this new job, she feels in the skies.
    Depuis qu'elle a ce nouveau job, elle se sent dans les cieux.