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    Moineaux (en. Sparrows)

    /mwan.o/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Small songbirds, often common in urban areas.
    Sparrows often build their nests in trees.
    Les moineaux construisent souvent leurs nids dans les arbres.
    Type species of sparrow, the house sparrow, known for its closeness to humans.
    The house sparrow is very common in city parks.
    Le moineau domestique est très fréquent dans les parcs des villes.
    Symbols of lightness and cheerfulness in popular culture.
    Sparrows play an important role in love poems.
    Les moineaux jouent un rôle important dans les poèmes d'amour.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'passer', which means 'sparrow'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to carry sparrows
    to be very light, without too much worry.
    porter des moineaux
    like a sparrow
    refers to a person who moves discreetly or timidly.
    comme un moineau

    Related Words

    passerine
    general term for small birds.
    passereau
    sparrow
    colloquial term to refer to a small bird.
    piaf

    Slang Meanings

    Affectionate term to refer to a small and cute person.
    Look at that little sparrow, she is so cute!
    Regarde ce petit moineau, elle est si cute!
    Used to refer to a mischievous child.
    That little sparrow has caused trouble again today.
    Ce petit moineau a encore fait des bêtises aujourd'hui.