Lions (en. Lions)

/li.ɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Carnivorous mammal of the felidae family, known for its mane in males.

Lions hunt in groups, which is rare among felines.

Les lions chassent en groupe, ce qui est rare chez les félins.

Symbol of strength and courage.

The lion is often depicted in coats of arms to symbolize power.

Le lion est souvent représenté dans des blasons pour symboliser la puissance.

The word 'lion' comes from the Latin 'leo', which is derived from the Greek 'léon'.

African lion

Specifically refers to lions living in Africa.

lion d'Afrique

lion cub

A young lion.

lionceau

the king of animals

Expression designating the lion as a majestic and powerful animal.

le roi des animaux

lioness

Female of the lion.

lionne

lion cub

Young of the lion.

lionceau

lionization

Action of treating someone with great honor, like a king.

lionization

A very strong or charismatic individual.

This guy is a real lion in the boxing ring.

Ce type est un vrai lion dans le ring de boxe.

A leader or an influential person.

She is the lioness of the group, everyone listens to her.

Elle est la lionne du groupe, tout le monde l'écoute.