Constantin (en. Constantine)

/kɔ̃stɑ̃tɛ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Male first name of Latin origin, meaning 'stable' or 'constant'.

Constantin is a first name borne by many historical figures.

Constantin est un prénom porté par de nombreuses personnalités historiques.

Name of a Roman Emperor who gave his name to the city of Constantinople.

The Byzantine Empire was greatly influenced by the reign of Constantine.

L'Empire byzantin a été largement influencé par le règne de Constantin.

From the Latin 'Constantinus', a diminutive of 'Constans', meaning 'constant' or 'stable'.

Constantinople

Ancient city of the Byzantine Empire, now Istanbul.

Constantinople

the Edict of Milan

Decree issued during the reign of Constantine guaranteeing freedom of worship for Christians.

l'édit de Milan

constantinism

Doctrine or belief attributed to the teachings of Constantine.

constantinisme

constant

That which remains the same, without change.

constant

An informal term to refer to a reliable person.

This friend is really a constantin; we can always count on him.

Cet ami est vraiment un constantin, on peut toujours compter sur lui.