Innombrables (en. Countless)
/in.nɔ̃.bʁa.bl/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
A term used to describe something so numerous that it is impossible to count them.
There are countless stars in the sky.
Il y a des innombrables étoiles dans le ciel.
Used to express a large quantity or a great number.
The learning possibilities are countless.
Les possibilités d'apprentissage sont innombrables.
Characterizes a multitude of choices or variants.
Video games offer countless scenarios.
Les jeux vidéo offrent des scénarios innombrables.
Etymology
From the Latin 'innumerabilis', composed of 'in-' (not) and 'numerabilis' (countable).
Common Phrases and Expressions
countless possibilities
A multitude of options or opportunities.
des innombrables possibilités
countless times
On several occasions, many times.
innombrables fois
countless questions
A large quantity of questions.
innombrables questions
Related Words
numerous
Existing in large quantity.
nombreux
plethoric
Referring to too great a number or excessive abundance.
pléthorique
multitude
The state of a large number of elements.
multitude
Slang Meanings
An exaggerated expression to describe a large quantity.
He gave me countless pieces of advice on this matter.
Il m'a donné des conseils innombrables sur cette question.
Used to refer to something infinite or of great virtuosity.
She has countless talents; it's incredible!
Elle a des talents innombrables, c'est incroyable !