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    Fleuves (en. Rivers)

    /flœv/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A large stream of water flowing towards the sea.
    The Amazon River is one of the largest in the world.
    Le fleuve Amazone est l'un des plus vastes du monde.
    A significant watercourse characterized by its volume and length.
    The Mississippi River crosses several states in the United States.
    Le fleuve Mississippi traverse plusieurs États des États-Unis.
    A navigable river that connects multiple regions.
    The Rhône River is known for its river cruises.
    Le fleuve Rhône est connu pour ses croisières fluviales.

    Etymology

    The term 'river' comes from the Latin 'fluvium', which means 'stream'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    In open river
    In complete freedom, without restrictions.
    À fleuve ouvert
    To go with the river
    To live life peacefully, without rushing.
    Faire le fleuve

    Related Words

    stream
    A watercourse that often flows into a river.
    rivière
    torrent
    A fast and powerful watercourse.
    torrent
    watershed
    The geographical area from which a river's waters originate.
    bassin versant

    Slang Meanings

    A significant flow of people or ideas.
    The debate sparked a river of opinions.
    Le débat a provoqué un fleuve d'opinions.
    An overflowing event or situation.
    It was a river of good news.
    C'était un fleuve de bonnes nouvelles.