Magnani (en. Magnani)

/maɡnani/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A person who shows a lot of ambition and bravery.
She is considered a magnani in her professional field.
Elle est considérée comme un magnani dans son domaine professionnel.
An individual who dares to take risks.
He has always been a magnani, ready to invest in new ideas.
Il a toujours été un magnani, prêt à investir dans de nouvelles idées.
A charismatic and inspiring leader.
Magnanis have the ability to motivate those around them.
Les magnanis ont la capacité de motiver les autres autour d'eux.

Etymology

The word magnani comes from the Italian 'magnanimo' which means 'generous, noble-minded'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be a magnani
means being someone who takes risks boldly.
être un magnani
to have a magnani spirit
indicates a mentality oriented towards success and ambition.
avoir l'esprit magnani

Related Words

magnanimity
quality of those who show great generosity.
magnanimité
ambition
desire to succeed or obtain something.
ambition
courage
ability to face difficult situations.
courage

Slang Meanings

term used to designate someone with excessive ambitions.
This guy is really a magnani, he wants to conquer the world.
Ce type est vraiment un magnani, il veut conquérir le monde.
can be used ironically to criticize a person who is overly ambitious.
Look at him, he's always there acting like a magnani, as if it would change anything.
Regarde-le, il est toujours là à faire son magnani, comme si ça allait changer quelque chose.