Enchantement (en. Enchantment)
[ɑ̃ʃɑ̃təmɑ̃]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
The act of enchanting; the act of incanting or juggling in magic.
The enchantment was accomplished with a secret formula.
L'enchantement a été réalisé avec une formule secrète.
A state of wonder or fascination.
She was in a state of enchantment in front of the show.
Elle était dans un état d'enchantement devant le spectacle.
Charm, charm of a place or ambiance.
The village has a certain enchantment that attracts tourists.
Le village a un certain enchantement qui attire les touristes.
Etymology
From the verb 'enchanter', derived from the Latin 'incantare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
secret enchantment
An enchantment that is not visible to the eyes of others.
enchantement secret
enchantment of hearts
An expression to describe romantic love.
enchantement des cœurs
enchantment of nature
The beauty and allure of nature.
enchantement de la nature
Related Words
to enchant
Making someone happy or fascinated.
enchanter
magical
Relating to magic, which produces remarkable effects.
magique
fascination
State of someone who is strongly interested or attracted to something.
fascination
Slang Meanings
A magical or pleasant moment.
That concert was a true enchantment!
Ce concert, c'était un véritable enchantement!
Feeling of intense happiness.
After this trip, I am under the spell of enchantment.
Après ce voyage, je suis sous le coup de l'enchantement.