Fille (en. Girl)

/fij/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Female person, particularly a young woman or a child.
The neighbor's daughter is playing in the garden.
La fille de mon voisin joue dans le jardin.
Affectionate or familiar term for a young woman.
This girl is really nice.
Cette fille est vraiment sympathique.
Can also refer to a girl in the context of a relationship.
He asked this girl out with him.
Il a demandé à cette fille de sortir avec lui.

Etymology

From the Latin 'filia', which means 'daughter'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

only child
Girl without brothers or sisters.
fille unique
woman of pleasure
Woman practicing the profession of a prostitute.
fille de joie
au pair girl
Woman taking care of children as part of a cultural exchange.
fille au pair

Related Words

son
Male child.
fils
child
Young person, whether male or female.
enfant
woman
Adult female person.
femme

Slang Meanings

Girl
Look at that girl, she's super cool.
Regarde cette meuf, elle est super cool.
Chick
This chick is really stylish.
Cette nana est vraiment stylée.
Doll
She is so cute, she's a real doll.
Elle est tellement mignonne, c'est une vraie poupée.
Broad
This broad knows how to have fun.
Cette gonzesse sait comment s'amuser.