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    Nuages (en. Clouds)

    /nɥaʒ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Element of the atmosphere that forms by the condensation of moisture.
    The clouds are hiding the sun.
    Les nuages cachent le soleil.
    A set of clouds that can create particular weather conditions.
    The clouds are indicators of rain.
    Les nuages sont annonciateurs de pluie.
    Figuratively, it can refer to an idea or a dream.
    He has clouds of ambition in his head.
    Il a des nuages d'ambition dans la tête.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'nubilus', meaning 'cloudy'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have one's head in the clouds
    To be distracted or dreamy.
    avoir la tête dans les nuages
    clouds on the horizon
    Concerns or problems that are emerging.
    des nuages à l'horizon
    clouds of war
    Indications of an impending conflict.
    nuages de guerre

    Related Words

    cloudiness
    Characteristic of a cloudy sky.
    nubilité
    overcast
    State of a completely cloudy sky.
    couvert
    cumulonimbus
    Type of cloud associated with storms.
    cumulonimbus

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a dreamy or escapist state.
    He is always in his clouds; he doesn't pay attention in class.
    Il est toujours dans ses nuages, il ne fait pas attention en classe.
    To express a melancholic mood.
    Today, I really have clouds in my head.
    Aujourd'hui, j'ai vraiment des nuages dans la tête.