Hivers (en. Winters)

/ivɛʁ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

The season that follows autumn and precedes spring, characterized by low temperatures.

Winters in Norway can be particularly harsh.

Les hivers en Norvège peuvent être particulièrement rigoureux.

Period of the year when the days are the shortest.

I love watching the snowy landscapes during the winters.

J'adore regarder les paysages enneigés pendant les hivers.

From the Latin 'hibernum', meaning 'winter'.

severe winter

Winter with very cold weather conditions.

hiver rigoureux

spend a winter

Survive or live during the winter season.

passer un hiver

mild winter

Winter with milder temperatures than usual.

hiver doux

wintering

Action of spending the winter in a certain place or state.

hivernage

winter

Relating to winter.

hivernal

Winter, a difficult and cold period.

This winter, it's a hassle with the heating.

Cet hiver, c'est la galère avec le chauffage.

Refers to a calm or restful period.

It's the winter of my career, I'm taking a step back.

C'est l'hiver de ma carrière, je prends du recul.