Êtres (en. Beings)

/ɛtʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
People or creatures endowed with life.
Human beings must respect themselves.
Les êtres humains doivent se respecter.
Entities of all kinds that can exist.
There are many fascinating beings in the oceans.
Il existe de nombreux êtres fascinants dans les océans.

Etymology

From the verb 'être', as a noun designating an existence.

Common Phrases and Expressions

living beings
All organisms with the capacity to live.
êtres vivants
dear ones
Loved and important people in our lives.
êtres chers

Related Words

being
The verb meaning existence.
être
existence
The state of being or living.
existence
entity
A thing that has an existence.
entité

Slang Meanings

Used to refer to someone special or unique.
He is an exceptional being!
C'est un être exceptionnel !