Cunégonde (en. Cunégonde)

/ky.ne.ɡɔ̃d/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Affectionate designation of a woman.
She has always been my cunégonde, full of kindness.
Elle a toujours été ma cunégonde, pleine de bonté.
Personification of an ideal or a muse.
In his poems, he spoke of his cunégonde with passion.
Dans ses poèmes, il évoquait sa cunégonde avec passion.
Historical term referring to a strong-willed woman.
Cunégonde is often portrayed in tales as a heroine.
Cunégonde est souvent représentée dans les contes comme une héroïne.

Etymology

Derived from Old French, likely formed from Germanic roots.

Common Phrases and Expressions

my cunégonde
affectionate expression to refer to a beloved one
ma cunégonde
cunégonde of my dreams
reference to an idealized woman
cunégonde de mes rêves
to search for one's cunégonde
to search for a partner or a romantic ideal
rechercher sa cunégonde

Related Words

love
intense feeling of affection for another person
amour
devotion
strong attachment to someone or something
dévotion
passion
strong feeling of interest or love
passion

Slang Meanings

Babe
Look at that cunégonde, she is incredible!
Regarde cette cunégonde, elle est incroyable!
Darling
He always calls her his cunégonde.
Il l'appelle toujours sa cunégonde.