Fluide (en. Fluid)
/flyt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
That has the ability to flow.
Water is an essential fluid for life.
L'eau est un fluide essentiel pour la vie.
That flows easily and without obstacle.
This liquid is very fluid.
Ce liquide est très fluide.
Describes a harmonious and uninterrupted movement.
His gesture was fluid and graceful.
Son geste était fluide et gracieux.
Etymology
From Latin 'fluidus', meaning 'that flows'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have a fluid discourse
Speaking clearly and coherently.
avoir un discours fluide
a fluid movement
A smooth and uninterrupted movement.
un mouvement fluide
fluid thought
A clear and logical thought.
fluide de pensée
Related Words
flow
Flowing or movement of a fluid.
flux
liquid
State of a substance that flows.
liquide
viscosity
Measure of a fluid's resistance to flow.
viscosité
Slang Meanings
Fluid sensuality.
She moves with incredible fluidity on the dance floor.
Elle se déplace avec une fluidité incroyable sur la piste de danse.
Relaxed atmosphere.
The atmosphere was fluid at the café, everyone was chatting joyfully.
L'atmosphère était fluide au café, tout le monde discutait joyeusement.