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    Éclats (en. Shards)

    e-kla

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Fragments or pieces resulting from a break or an explosion.
    Glass shards littered the ground after the accident.
    Les éclats de verre jonchaient le sol après l'accident.
    Manifestation of brilliance or bright light.
    The bursts of light danced on the water.
    Les éclats de lumière dansaient sur l'eau.
    Spectacular or brilliant expressions.
    He received bursts of applause after his performance.
    Il a reçu des éclats d'applaudissements après sa performance.

    Etymology

    From old French 'eclater', meaning to break or to burst.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    bursts of laughter
    Sudden and loud laughter.
    éclats de rire
    bursts of voice
    Intense or strong modulation of the voice.
    éclats de voix
    bursts of anger
    Vivid expressions of intense anger.
    éclats de colère

    Related Words

    to burst
    Action of breaking or shattering suddenly.
    éclater
    lighting
    State of being illuminated or brightened.
    éclairement
    dazzling
    That shines brightly or attracts attention.
    éclatant

    Slang Meanings

    Announcement of good news or a good result.
    He had a burst of joy upon receiving his diploma.
    Il a eu un éclat en recevant son diplôme.
    Expression of strong and vivid emotion, often related to festive events.
    They celebrated with bursts of joy all night long.
    Ils ont célébré avec des éclats de joie toute la nuit.