Enveloppés (en. Wrapped)

[ɑ̃.v.lɔ.pe]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Papers intended to contain letters or documents.
Envelopes are often used to send mail.
Les enveloppes sont souvent utilisées pour envoyer du courrier.
Coverings that protect objects.
Protective envelopes are used to ship fragile items.
Les enveloppes de protection sont utilisées pour expédier des objets fragiles.

Etymology

From the verb 'envelopper', which means 'to cover something'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

whole envelope
Expression used to refer to something in its entirety.
toute enveloppe
to envelop someone with sweetness
To act with tenderness and attention towards someone.
envelopper quelqu'un de douceur

Related Words

envelop
To cover something completely.
envelopper
envelope
An object used to contain a letter.
enveloppe

Slang Meanings

To have full envelopes
When you have money, we say you have full envelopes.
Quand on a de l'argent, on dit qu'on a des enveloppes pleines.
To be in the fog
At that meeting, we were completely enveloped on the decisions made.
À cette réunion, on était complètement enveloppés sur les décisions prises.