Emplit (en. Fills)

[ɑ̃.pli]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
The act of filling a space or a container.
He fills the glass with water.
Il emplit le verre d'eau.
To occupy a volume or a surface.
The heat fills the room.
La chaleur emplit la pièce.
To make something enter into a designated space.
She fills her shopping bag.
Elle emplit son sac de courses.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'to fill', from the Latin 'implere' which means 'to fill'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

filled with joy
To be filled with happiness or joy.
emplit de joie
filled with memories
To be laden with memories.
emplit de souvenirs
a filled glass
A glass that is full.
un verre empli

Related Words

to fill
To fill a space or a capacity.
emplir
filling
The act of filling something.
remplissage
content
The volume or content inside something.
contenu

Slang Meanings

To be so full that it overflows.
This fridge is packed to the brim.
Ce frigo est emplit à craquer.
Figuratively: to be overwhelmed by emotions.
He is filled with love for her.
Il est emplit d'amour pour elle.