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    Jeun (en. Young)

    /ʒœ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The set of physical and psychological characteristics that define a young person.
    Youth is often associated with enthusiasm.
    La jeunesse est souvent associée à l'enthousiasme.
    The period of a person's life between childhood and adulthood.
    He spent a large part of his youth traveling.
    Il a passé une grande partie de sa jeunesse à voyager.
    The energy and vitality associated with youth.
    Her vibrant youth sets her apart from others.
    Sa jeunesse éclatante la distingue des autres.

    Etymology

    The word 'jeun' comes from the Latin 'juvenis', meaning 'young'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the youth years
    The period of a person's life when they are young.
    les années jeunesse
    in the bloom of youth
    At an age when one is still young and full of vitality.
    dans la fleur de l'âge
    young at all costs
    An expression that emphasizes the importance of remaining young in spirit and appearance.
    jeun à tout prix

    Related Words

    youth
    Period of life that lies between childhood and adulthood.
    jeunesse
    adolescent
    A person of adolescent age, typically between 12 and 18 years old.
    adolescent
    vitality
    Energy and zest for life characteristic of youth.
    vitalité

    Slang Meanings

    A young person
    He is still a young one, just out of school.
    Il est encore un jeun, tout juste sorti de l'école.
    A young kid
    Look at that young kid, he thinks he knows everything.
    Regarde ce jeunot, il pense tout savoir.