Naturelle (en. Natural)

/na.ty.ʁɛl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Qualifies what is inherent to nature.
This color is very natural.
Cette couleur est très naturelle.
Refers to a person who acts without pretension.
She has a natural charm.
Elle a un charme naturel.
Related to a state unaffected by man.
The ingredients of this dish are entirely natural.
Les ingrédients de ce plat sont entièrement naturels.

Etymology

From the Latin 'naturalis', derived from 'natura' which means nature.

Common Phrases and Expressions

natural beauty
Aesthetic aspect that does not require modifications or makeup.
beauté naturelle
natural prodigy
That impresses with its beauty or grandeur without artifice.
prodigieux naturel

Related Words

nature
Set of physical, biological, and ecological realities.
nature
naturally
In a natural manner; without effort.
naturellement
naturalize
To make something or someone conform to nature.
naturaliser

Slang Meanings

A simple and casual style.
His look is all natural, without artifice.
Son look est tout naturel, sans artifices.
Something spontaneous or unforced.
He improvises; it comes very naturally to him.
Il improvise, c'est très naturel chez lui.