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    Fleurs (en. Flowers)

    /flœʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Reproductive organ of angiosperm plants, often colorful and fragrant.
    The cherry blossoms are magnificent in spring.
    Les fleurs du cerisier sont magnifiques au printemps.
    Collection of flowers, often used for decoration.
    She gave her mother a bouquet of flowers.
    Elle a offert un bouquet de fleurs à sa mère.
    Symbol of love or affection.
    He gave her flowers for Valentine's Day.
    Il lui a donné des fleurs pour la Saint-Valentin.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'flos', meaning 'flower'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a bouquet of flowers
    A floral arrangement to give or decorate.
    un bouquet de fleurs
    to bloom like a field of flowers
    Being in a period of prosperity or happiness.
    fleurir comme un champ de fleurs
    to have flowers
    Having sweet ideas or words to share.
    avoir des fleurs

    Related Words

    flowering
    Action of flowering or being covered with flowers.
    fleurissement
    florist
    A person who cultivates or sells flowers.
    fleuriste
    blooming
    Period when flowers bloom.
    floraison

    Slang Meanings

    Flowers as a metaphor for beautiful women.
    Look at those flowers at the bar!
    Regarde ces fleurs au bar!
    Used to refer to romantic and unexpected gifts.
    He brought her flowers just to make her happy.
    Il lui a apporté des fleurs juste pour lui faire plaisir.