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    D'esprits (en. Of spirits)

    /de.spʁi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Immaterial entities, often considered as souls or ghosts.
    Spirits in ancient stories are often lost souls.
    Les d'esprits dans les histoires anciennes sont souvent des âmes perdues.
    Ideas or thoughts that haunt a person's mind.
    His spirits disturb his sleep.
    Ses d'esprits perturbent son sommeil.

    Etymology

    Derived from old French 'esprit', from Latin 'spiritus' meaning breath or soul.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to fight with spirits
    to struggle against one's own thoughts or doubts.
    se battre avec des d'esprits
    free spirits
    people who think independently.
    d'esprits libres
    to have spirits
    to be troubled by thoughts or concerns.
    avoir des d'esprits

    Related Words

    spirit
    Incorporeal part of the human being, often linked to reason.
    esprit
    demon
    Supernatural entity often considered malevolent.
    démon
    ghost
    Apparition often of a deceased person.
    fantôme

    Slang Meanings

    Ideas that trouble someone.
    He is full of spirits, he can't concentrate.
    Il est plein de d'esprits, il ne peut pas se concentrer.
    A way to talk about creativity or imagination.
    She always has inspiring spirits.
    Elle a toujours des d'esprits inspirants.