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    Delphine (en. Delphine)

    [dɛlfin]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Aquatic mammal of the cetacean family.
    The dolphin is often taught in marine biology programs.
    La delphine est souvent apprise dans les programmes de biologie marine.
    A common female first name in France.
    Her name is Delphine and she loves the sea.
    Elle s'appelle Delphine et elle adore la mer.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'delphinus', from Greek 'delphis', indicating a marine mammal.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To have a dolphin-like memory
    To have an excellent memory.
    Avoir une mémoire de delphine
    To be as intelligent as a dolphin
    To show intelligence or practical sense.
    Être aussi intelligent qu'une delphine

    Related Words

    dolphin
    Marine mammal closely related to the dolphin.
    dauphin
    cetacean
    Group that includes whales and dolphins.
    cétacé

    Slang Meanings

    A person who is not easily deceived.
    He is really a dolphin, he always knows when someone tries to fool him.
    Il est vraiment une delphine, il sait toujours quand on essaie de le duper.
    A very loyal friend.
    He is like a dolphin, always there for me.
    Il est comme une delphine, toujours là pour moi.