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    D'affection (en. Of affection)

    /da.fɛk.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Related to affection or tenderness.
    She has a gesture of affection towards her friend.
    Elle a un geste d'affection vers son ami.
    Action or expression involving love or human warmth.
    A word of affection can soothe hearts.
    Un mot d'affection peut apaiser les cœurs.
    Qualifies an emotional state related to attachment.
    Words of affection are exchanged between lovers.
    Des mots d'affection sont échangés entre les amoureux.

    Etymology

    The word 'affection' derives from the Latin 'affectio', meaning an emotional state or an affectionate bond.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    act of affection
    A gesture that shows attachment or tenderness.
    acte d'affection
    moment of affection
    A moment when feelings of love or tenderness are shared.
    moment d'affection
    sign of affection
    An indicator of warm feelings towards a person.
    signe d'affection

    Related Words

    affection
    Feeling of attachment or tenderness towards a person.
    affection
    generosity
    Willingness to give to others, often related to affectionate feelings.
    générosité
    tenderness
    Quality of a warm and affectionate feeling.
    tendresse

    Slang Meanings

    Tenderness in a cool way
    He sent her a text full of affection, but it was relaxed.
    Il lui a envoyé un texto plein de d'affection, mais c'était décontracté.
    Light love
    They give each other little gestures of affection, but without commitment.
    Ils se donnent des petits gestes d'affection, mais sans engagement.