L’éclat (en. The shine)

le-klah

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Definition: Brightness, intense light.

Example Sentence: The brilliance of the sun was dazzling.

L’éclat du soleil était éblouissant.

Definition: Success, glory.

Example Sentence: This film had a resounding success at the box office.

Ce film a connu un éclat retentissant au box-office.

Definition: Sensation of brilliance or luxury.

Example Sentence: The dress was adorned with gemstones to add brilliance.

La robe était ornée de pierres précieuses pour ajouter de l’éclat.

Etymology/Origin: From the Latin 'exclāvis', meaning 'to shine'.

Common Phrase: burst of laughter

Meaning: A sudden and loud laugh.

éclat de rire

Common Phrase: loud voice

Meaning: Power or intensity in a voice.

éclat de voix

Common Phrase: to live in brilliance

Meaning: To live with wealth and ostentation.

vivre dans l’éclat

Related Word: to burst

Description: Break or explosion with force.

éclater

Related Word: dazzling

Description: Something that shines or strikes with brightness.

éclatant

Related Word: lighting

Description: The act of bringing light or clarity.

éclairement

Slang Meaning: A sensational event.

Slang Example: This concert was a real hit!

Ce concert a été un véritable éclat!

Slang Meaning: To have success or shine in a field.

Slang Example: After her last album, she is in full brilliance.

Après son dernier album, elle est en plein éclat.