Flambeaux (en. Torches)
/flɑ̃bo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A lit object used for illumination and often carried by hand.
The torches lit the way during the nighttime procession.
Les flambeaux illuminaient le chemin pendant la procession nocturne.
A celebration or event where torches are used.
The torch festival attracts many spectators each year.
La fête des flambeaux attire de nombreux spectateurs chaque année.
Symbolically, a torch represents light or knowledge.
He has been a torchbearer of culture for future generations.
Il a été un flambeau de la culture pour les générations futures.
Etymology
From Latin 'flambeus', meaning flame.
Common Phrases and Expressions
torches of freedom
Symbols of freedom and emancipation.
flambeaux de la liberté
to bear a torch
To be an advocate or representative of something.
porter un flambeau
torches of knowledge
Symbolizes the dissemination of knowledge.
flambeaux de la connaissance
Related Words
flame
A fire or combustion, often visible and bright.
flamme
illumination
The action or effect of illuminating something.
illumination
glow
A weak or diffuse light.
lueur
Slang Meanings
A festive and luminous event.
The party was a true torch of joy and energy.
La fête était un véritable flambeau de joie et d'énergie.
A symbol of passion or enthusiasm.
He is a torch for our team, always ready to encourage others.
Il est un flambeau pour notre équipe, toujours prêt à encourager les autres.