Contemplé (en. Contemplated)

/kɔ̃.tɑ̃.ple/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To look at something with intensity or admiration.
She contemplated the landscape from the hill.
Elle contemplé le paysage depuis la colline.
To think deeply about a subject.
He took the time to contemplate his life choices.
Il a pris le temps de contemplé ses choix de vie.
To observe something with a sense of wonder.
They contemplated the stars in the night sky.
Ils ont contemplé les étoiles dans le ciel nocturne.

Etymology

The word 'contemplé' comes from the verb 'contempler', derived from the Latin 'contemplari' which means 'to look attentively'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to contemplate nature
To look attentively and appreciate the beauty of nature.
contempler la nature
to contemplate the stars
To observe the night sky with admiration.
contempler les étoiles
to contemplate a masterpiece
To look at a famous work of art attentively.
contempler un chef-d'œuvre

Related Words

contemplation
The action of contemplating something.
contemplation
contemplative
Relates to the act of reflecting or admiring.
contemplatif

Slang Meanings

To look intensely.
He contemplated his ex with a forgotten passion.
Il a contemplé son ex avec une passion oubliée.
To be lost in thought.
She is there, contemplating; she looks like she is in another world.
Elle est là, à contempler, elle a l'air d'être dans un autre monde.