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    Isabelle (en. Isabelle)

    /iz.a.bɛl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A yellowish color shade, often used to refer to a color in the fields of fashion or painting.
    The dress she wore was a magnificent isabelle tone.
    La robe qu'elle portait était d'un magnifique ton isabelle.
    A reference to a color in gardening.
    The isabelle flowers brought a softness to the garden.
    Les fleurs isabelle apportaient une douceur au jardin.

    Etymology

    The term 'isabelle' comes from Old French, probably derived from 'isbelle', a declension of the Spanish 'isabel', meaning 'iguana color' or 'dragon skin'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    isabelle color
    refers to a pale yellow shade.
    couleur isabelle
    isabelle complexion
    a specific color nuance evoking a soft brightness.
    teint isabelle

    Related Words

    yellow
    Acquired primary color, the color of the sun.
    jaune
    pale
    Lacking intensity of color or light.
    pâle
    vibrant
    Having a lot of life, energy, or color.
    vibrant

    Slang Meanings

    To describe something bland or ordinary.
    This dish is really isabelle, it lacks flavor.
    Ce plat est vraiment isabelle, il manque de saveur.
    Used to characterize an outdated outfit.
    Her dress is a bit isabelle, it doesn't follow the trend.
    Sa robe est un peu isabelle, elle ne suit pas la tendance.