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    Nageant (en. Swimming)

    /naʒɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who is in the process of swimming.
    The swimmer strives to reach the edge of the pool.
    Le nageant s'efforce d'atteindre le bord de la piscine.
    Who performs the action of swimming in a specific context.
    The swimmer of the day is the champion of the competition.
    Le nageant du jour est le champion de la compétition.
    Describes an animal or a person in the act of swimming.
    The swimmers in the lake are all very focused.
    Les nageants dans le lac sont tous très concentrés.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'nager' with the suffix '-ant' indicating the action.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    swimming underwater
    Refers to the action of swimming while being below the surface of the water.
    nageant sous l'eau
    swimming against the current
    Trying to swim through obstacles or difficulties.
    nageant à contre-courant
    swimming with ease
    Moving in the water smoothly and effortlessly.
    nageant avec aisance

    Related Words

    swim
    The action of moving in the water.
    nager
    swimming
    A general term for the activity of swimming.
    nage
    swimming (as an activity)
    The sport or activity of swimming.
    natation

    Slang Meanings

    To be in one's element, to feel comfortable in a situation.
    When he is in the water, he is really swimming.
    Quand il est dans l'eau, il est vraiment nageant.
    To be very comfortable in a subject or topic.
    She is swimming in mathematics, which surprises everyone.
    Elle est nageante en mathématiques, ce qui surprend tout le monde.