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    Fées (en. Fairies)

    /fe/ɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Magical creature, generally benevolent.
    The fairies dance under the moon.
    Les fées dansent sous la lune.
    Woman with exceptional qualities.
    She is a true fairy, helping all those in need.
    Elle est une véritable fée, aidant tous ceux qui en ont besoin.
    A fairy tale, an enchanting world filled with magic.
    The tale describes a kingdom of fairies.
    Le conte décrit un royaume de fées.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'fee', derived from Latin 'fata', meaning 'fate'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the fairies of the household
    Expressions referring to women who take care of the household.
    les fées du logis
    to be like a fairy
    To be surprisingly helpful or benevolent.
    être comme une fée
    fairies and fairy tales
    Reference to the magical world of stories told to children.
    fées et contes de fées

    Related Words

    magic
    Power to influence or transform by supernatural means.
    magie
    witchcraft
    Practice of magic, often associated with rituals.
    sorcellerie
    enchanting
    Person or thing that charms or captivates.
    enchanteur

    Slang Meanings

    An attractive woman
    That girl is a real fairy.
    Cette fille est une vraie fée.
    An unexpected help
    She is my fairy, she saved me from trouble.
    Elle est ma fée, elle m'a sauvé des ennuis.