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    Nageoires (en. Fins)

    naʒwɑʁ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Extensions of the bodies of fish that allow them to swim.
    The fins of fish are essential for their balance.
    Les nageoires des poissons sont essentielles pour leur équilibre.
    Structure resembling fins in other aquatic animals.
    The fins of dolphins help them navigate through water.
    Les nageoires des dauphins leur aident à naviguer dans l'eau.
    Set of fins of an aquatic animal.
    The fins of sharks are very powerful.
    Les nageoires du requin sont très puissantes.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'to swim' with the suffix '-oire'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    butterfly fins
    A style of swimming where the arms extend from the body like the wings of a butterfly.
    nageoires de papillon
    to have fins
    To be a very good swimmer.
    avoir des nageoires
    to swim with fins
    To use flippers to swim.
    nager avec des nageoires

    Related Words

    swim
    Action of moving in water.
    nage
    to swim
    Moving in water using arms and legs.
    nager
    nautical
    Relating to navigation or maritime activities.
    nautique

    Slang Meanings

    Fins refer to muscular, coiled arms, usually used for bragging.
    Look at those fins, I can swim like a pro!
    Regarde ces nageoires, je peux nager comme un pro!
    To mock someone who swims poorly.
    He swims like a fish on land, no fins here!
    Il nage comme un poisson sur la terre, pas des nageoires ici!