Nanno (en. Nanno)

/nɑn.o/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A small creature or fictional character often associated with childhood.

Children believe in nannos that live under their bed.

Les enfants croient aux nannos qui vivent sous leur lit.

An imaginary being that brings happiness.

My grandmother used to tell me stories about nannos dancing in the fields.

Ma grand-mère me racontait des histoires de nannos qui dansaient dans les champs.

The word 'nanno' has an uncertain origin, possibly derived from the word 'dwarf'.

to have a nanno in the belly

to be very joyful or excited

avoir un nanno dans le ventre

to speak like a nanno

to speak in an incomprehensible or childish manner

parler comme un nanno

dwarf

A small human being.

nain

goblin

A magical creature often mischievous.

lutin

elf

A fairy being usually described as beautiful and old.

elfe

A very small person, often used affectionately.

Look at that nanno, he is so cute!

Regarde ce nanno, il est tellement mignon!

A buddy or friend, term of endearment.

Come here, nanno, we’re going to play together!

Viens ici, nanno, on va jouer ensemble!