D'amant (en. Of lover)

/da.mɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A romantic or loving partner.
She spent the evening with her lover.
Elle a passé la soirée avec son amant.
A person engaged in a romantic affair.
He is the lover of a famous actress.
Il est l'amant d'une célèbre actrice.
Term referring to someone with whom one has an intimate relationship outside of marriage.
Her lover brought her flowers.
Son amant lui a offert des fleurs.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'amans', which means 'loving' or 'lover'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

secret lover
Hidden romantic relationship
amant secret
to be someone's lover
To have a romantic relationship with someone
être l'amant de quelqu'un
lovers in the shadows
Couple having a discreet relationship
amants dans l'ombre

Related Words

love
Strong feeling of affection towards someone.
amour
affair
Romantic relationship, often secret.
liaison
romance
Passionate affection between two people.
romance

Slang Meanings

Fling
He has been having a fling with her for several months.
Il a un fling avec elle depuis plusieurs mois.
Crush
She had a crush on her lover.
Elle a eu un coup de cœur pour son amant.