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    L'esprit (en. The spirit)

    /lespʁi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The ability to think, reason, and understand.
    He has a sharp mind that allows him to solve problems quickly.
    Il a un esprit vif qui lui permet de résoudre des problèmes rapidement.
    The soul or personality of a person.
    She has a free and creative mind.
    Elle a un esprit libre et créatif.
    A mental attitude or disposition.
    He approaches challenges with a positive mindset.
    Il aborde les défis avec un esprit positif.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'spiritus', meaning breath, respiration, life.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a competitive spirit
    Being motivated and eager to win.
    avoir l'esprit de compétition
    team spirit
    A sense of belonging and solidarity within a group.
    esprit de corps
    critical spirit
    The ability to analyze and evaluate ideas objectively.
    esprit critique

    Related Words

    mental
    Related to the mind or intellect.
    mental
    psyche
    The immaterial part of a human being, often associated with the mind and emotions.
    psyche
    wisdom
    The ability to show discernment and good judgment.
    sagesse

    Slang Meanings

    Brain
    You need to use some brain power to solve this problem.
    Il faut que tu utilises un peu de cerveau pour résoudre ce problème.
    Sparrow brain
    Stop saying nonsense, you really have a sparrow brain!
    Arrête de dire n'importe quoi, tu as vraiment un cerveau de moineau !