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    Hirondelles (en. Swallows)

    /i.ʁɔ̃.dɛl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Migratory bird of the family Hirundinidae.
    The swallows return in spring.
    Les hirondelles reviennent au printemps.
    Bird with often glossy plumage, excellent in flight.
    Swallows build their nests under the roofs.
    Les hirondelles construisent leurs nids sous les toits.
    Symbol of the return of warmth and good weather.
    The presence of swallows heralds the arrival of summer.
    La présence des hirondelles annonce l’arrivée de l’été.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'hirondel', of Gallic origin.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    When the swallows pass
    Expression indicating that good weather is imminent.
    Quand les hirondelles passent
    One swallow does not make a summer
    It takes more than one sign to assert a change.
    Hirondelle ne fait pas le printemps

    Related Words

    nest
    Structure built by swallows to shelter their eggs.
    nid
    migration
    Seasonal movement of swallows to warmer regions.
    migration
    sail
    Their ability to fly with ease.
    voile

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a person who often changes their mind.
    She's a swallow; she never stays on the same position.
    C'est une hirondelle, elle ne reste jamais sur la même position.
    Used to designate a person who always returns to the same place.
    Like a swallow, he always comes back to the bar on Fridays.
    Comme une hirondelle, il revient toujours au bar le vendredi.