Lâchée (en. Released)

/laʃe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A release is the act of letting something go.
The release of the balloons was magnificent.
La lâchée des ballons a été magnifique.
In a more figurative context, it can refer to the abandonment of an idea or project.
His release from the team was a great surprise.
Sa lâchée de l'équipe fut une grande surprise.
verb
Released, in the past participle.
He let go of the balloon and watched it fly away.
Il a lâché le ballon et l'a regardé s'envoler.
To express a feeling of relaxation.
After weeks of intense work, he finally let loose.
Après des semaines de travail intense, il s'est enfin lâché.

Etymology

Derived from the French verb 'lâcher'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

let go
Accepting to no longer control a situation.
lâcher prise
loosen up
Acting in a more free and relaxed manner.
se lâcher
lighten the load
Making concessions.
lâcher du lest

Related Words

release
The act of dropping or abandoning something.
lâcher
released
Refers to something that has been relaxed.
lâché
slackers
People who show cowardice.
lâches

Slang Meanings

To have confidence and act without restraint.
He is finally let loose, he dances like a madman!
Il est enfin lâché, il danse comme un fou!
To loosen up in a party context.
We're going to let loose this weekend!
On va se lâcher ce week-end!