Fauves (en. Wild animals)

/fov/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Large animals, often carnivorous, that live in the wild.

Wild beasts are often depicted in art as majestic creatures.

Les fauves sont souvent représentés dans l'art comme des créatures majestueuses.

Term referring to the large species of felines, such as lions and tigers.

In the savannah, it is possible to observe wild beasts in the wild.

Dans la savane, il est possible d'observer des fauves en liberté.

The word 'wild beasts' comes from the Latin 'feles', meaning cat, and refers to wild animals.

the wild beasts of the world

Reference to the diversity of wild animals.

les fauves du monde

endangered wild beasts

Expression concerning the protection of threatened species.

fauves en danger

tiger

Large feline of the genus Panthera, known for its stripes.

tigre

lion

Feline living in Africa and Asia, often called the king of the animals.

lion

panther

Black feline, often a form of leopard.

panthère

wild

Qualifies an animal that is not domesticated.

sauvage

Describes a person with an untameable attitude.

She is truly wild; she never follows the rules.

Elle est vraiment fauve, elle n'obéit jamais aux règles.

Can refer to a chaotic or unpredictable atmosphere.

The evening took a wild turn when the music started.

La soirée a pris une tournure fauve quand la musique a commencé.