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    D'esprit (en. Of mind)

    /dɛspʁi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to a person or thing that highlights intellect or spirit.
    His response was full of wit.
    Sa réponse était pleine d'esprit.
    Refers to a remark or a humorous quip that shows a certain finesse of spirit.
    She made a witty observation during the debate.
    Elle a fait une observation d'esprit lors du débat.

    Etymology

    The origin of the word d'esprit comes from the Latin 'spiritus', which means breath or spirit.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a witty man
    A man who has good sense and intelligence.
    un homme d'esprit
    to have wit
    To be capable of demonstrating intelligence or humor.
    avoir de l'esprit
    a witticism
    An intelligent or amusing remark or comment.
    un trait d'esprit

    Related Words

    spirit
    Ability to think, understand, and reason.
    esprit
    intelligence
    Ability to understand and solve problems.
    intelligence
    insight
    Ability to quickly grasp things.
    perspicacité

    Slang Meanings

    Full of wit
    He is full of wit when he tells jokes.
    Il est bourré d'esprit quand il raconte des blagues.
    Witty party
    It was a witty party, everyone was laughing.
    C'était une fête d'esprit, tout le monde riait.