D (en. D)
/de/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Fourth letter of the French alphabet.
The word 'dromedary' starts with the letter d.
Le mot 'dromadaire' commence par la lettre d.
Musical note corresponding to the first note of the scale.
In a piece of music, the note d is often used.
Dans un morceau de musique, la note d est souvent utilisée.
Etymology
From Latin 'de', meaning 'of' or 'from'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
de
Preposition indicating origin or source.
de
all right
Expression used to accept or confirm.
d'accord
usually
Expression meaning 'habitually'.
d'habitude
Related Words
défant
A note played in a musical composition.
défant
to ask
To formulate a question or a request.
demander
to guess
To make a guess without proof.
deviner
Slang Meanings
In common language, refers to something acceptable.
That's good stuff!
C'est d'la bonne, ça !
Can refer to a person of a certain style.
That guy has a lot of style.
Il a vachement d'style, ce gars.