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    L'étoile (en. The star)

    /le.twal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Celestial object that shines in the sky.
    At night, the Evening Star lights the way.
    La nuit, l'étoile du berger éclaire le chemin.
    Shape with several branches, often associated with a symbol.
    The flag bears a white star.
    Le drapeau porte une étoile blanche.
    Symbol of accomplishment or success.
    She received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
    Elle a reçu une étoile sur le trottoir des célébrités.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'stella', which means 'star'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    shooting star
    A meteor that quickly crosses the sky.
    étoile filante
    North Star
    Guiding star, often used for navigation.
    étoile du nord
    to have a star
    To be in favor of luck or success.
    avoir une étoile

    Related Words

    constellation
    Group of stars forming an identifiable pattern.
    constellation
    satellite
    Celestial body orbiting around a star or planet.
    satellite
    galaxy
    Complex system of stars, gas, and dust.
    galaxie

    Slang Meanings

    To be an exceptional or talented person.
    He is truly a star in his field.
    Il est vraiment une étoile dans son domaine.
    To live life in a flamboyant or ostentatious way.
    She loves to shine like a star at parties.
    Elle aime briller comme une étoile lors des soirées.