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    Leste (en. Light)

    /lɛst/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Showing agility, liveliness.
    The cat is very nimble when it hunts.
    Le chat est très leste quand il chasse.
    Refers to a person who moves lightly.
    She moved nimbly on stage.
    Elle se déplaçait de manière leste sur la scène.
    Which is light in a figurative sense.
    A nimble thought helps to better overcome challenges.
    Une pensée leste permet de mieux surmonter les épreuves.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'velox', meaning swift.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a nimble mind
    To be quick-witted, able to grasp things quickly.
    avoir l'esprit leste
    nimble movement
    Rapid and light movement.
    mouvement leste

    Related Words

    agility
    Ability to move with ease.
    agilité
    liveliness
    Quickly and full of energy.
    vivacité

    Slang Meanings

    To be quick and efficient in a task.
    He is always nimble when it comes to finishing a project.
    Il est toujours leste quand il s'agit de terminer un projet.
    To engage in a light and rapid dance.
    The dancers move nimbly on the floor.
    Les danseurs se déplacent de manière leste sur la piste.