Énergiques (en. Energetic)
/e.neʁ.ʒik/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to a person or action that shows a lot of energy.
The athletes at this competition were all very energetic.
Les sportifs à cette compétition étaient tous très énergiques.
Which exhibits a strong intensity or determination.
His energetic speech motivated the whole team.
Son discours énergiques a motivé toute l'équipe.
Refers to a dynamic and intensive activity.
They held an energetic meeting to discuss future projects.
Ils ont tenu une réunion énergique pour discuter des projets futurs.
Etymology
From Latin 'energica', derived from 'energia'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have energy to spare
To be very dynamic, to have a lot of resources.
avoir de l'énergie à revendre
to work with energy
To work in an intense and motivated manner.
travailler avec énergie
an energetic speech
A speech that touches and encourages the listeners.
un discours énergique
Related Words
energy
The ability to act, to produce work.
énergie
dynamism
Quality of what is dynamic, active.
dynamisme
vitality
Vital force, life energy.
vitalité
Slang Meanings
To be full on
He is all in on his training, he is super energetic!
Il est à fond dans son entraînement, il est ultra énergique !
To be in shape
This morning, I feel super in shape and energetic.
Ce matin, je me sens super en forme et énergique.