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    L'ombre (en. The shadow)

    /l‿ɔ̃bʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Dark area created by a body preventing light rays from reaching a space.
    The shadow of the tree allowed me to protect myself from the sun.
    L'ombre de l'arbre m'a permis de me protéger du soleil.
    Perception of something or someone that is obscure or poorly defined.
    He disappeared into the shadows of the night.
    Il a disparu dans l'ombre de la nuit.
    Figuratively, it can denote a feeling of discomfort or a harmful influence.
    He lives under the shadow of bad luck.
    Il vit sous l'ombre de la malchance.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'umbra', meaning 'shadow'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in the shadows
    In a discreet manner, in secret.
    dans l'ombre
    the shadow of oneself
    Being dominated by one's fears or inhibitions.
    l'ombre de soi-même
    to overshadow someone
    To eclipse someone by talent or success.
    faire de l'ombre à quelqu'un

    Related Words

    shadowed
    Who is protected or covered by a shadow.
    ombragé
    shadowy
    Who is inclined to be wary of others, suspicious.
    ombrageux
    parasol
    Umbrella or shelter providing protection from sunlight.
    ombrelle

    Slang Meanings

    To be in the shadows
    He prefers to work in the shadows to avoid criticism.
    Il préfère travailler dans l'ombre pour éviter les critiques.
    Shadow
    He's a real shadow, always there without ever showing too much.
    C'est un vrai ombre, toujours là sans jamais trop se montrer.