Fraîche (en. Fresh)
/fʁɛʃ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to something that is not hot or has been recently harvested.
Fresh vegetables are better for health.
Les légumes frais sont meilleurs pour la santé.
Appears new, not worn out.
She has a fresh appearance that draws attention.
Elle a une fraîche apparence qui attire l'attention.
Refers to a person with pure or innocent behavior.
His mind is always fresh and curious.
Son esprit est toujours frais et curieux.
Etymology
From the Latin 'frigidus' meaning 'cold'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to take a freshness
To benefit from something new or fresh.
prendre un frais
to be as fresh as a dace
To be in good shape or looking healthy.
être frais comme un gardon
to have a fresh idea
To have an original or innovative idea.
avoir une idée fraîche
Related Words
fresh
Masculine word referring to something fresh.
frais
freshness
Quality of what is fresh.
fraîcheur
fries shop
Establishment where fries are sold, often associated with fresh products.
friterie
Slang Meanings
Refers to an attractive person.
That girl is really fresh!
Cette fille est vraiment fraîche !
Describes something stylish or fashionable.
This look is super fresh.
Ce look est super frais.