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    Fontaine (en. Fountain)

    /fɔ̃tɛn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Source of natural or artificial water.
    The park's fountain is very popular in summer.
    La fontaine du parc est très appréciée en été.
    Decorative device that projects water.
    He installed a fountain in his garden.
    Il a installé une fontaine dans son jardin.
    Architectural element that beautifies a public space.
    The square's fountain is a meeting place.
    La fontaine de la place est un lieu de rencontre.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'fons, fontis' meaning source.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fountain of youth
    Metaphor for something that rejuvenates.
    fontaine de jouvence
    to throw oneself into the fountain
    To take reckless risks.
    se jeter à la fontaine
    the wish fountain
    A place where people throw coins to make a wish.
    la fontaine des souhaits

    Related Words

    fountain worker
    Person who takes care of fountains.
    fontanier
    fountain specialist
    Synonym for fountain worker, related to fountains.
    fontainier
    fontanelles
    Opening in the skull of babies.
    fontanelles

    Slang Meanings

    A situation where everyone gathers around a water source.
    We found ourselves at the fountain with all our friends.
    On s'est retrouvé à la fontaine avec tous nos potes.
    An impromptu party around a fountain.
    The evening turned into a fountain party!
    La soirée s'est transformée en fontaine party!