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    Nymphe (en. Nymph)

    nɛ̃f

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An enchanting being from mythology, usually described as a beautiful young woman.
    The water nymph saved the lost sailor.
    La nymphe des eaux a sauvé le marin perdu.
    Insect in the developmental stage between the egg and adulthood.
    The dragonfly nymph appears before metamorphosis.
    La nymphe de la libellule apparaît avant la métamorphose.

    Etymology

    From Greek 'nymphē', which means 'young girl, bride'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Water nymph
    Reference to a mythological creature that inhabits rivers.
    Nymphe des eaux
    To have the soul of a nymph
    Means to be romantic and dreamy.
    Avoir l'âme d'une nymphe

    Related Words

    nymphomania
    A term used to refer to excessive sexual desire in a woman.
    nymphomanie
    enchanting nymph
    A woman of great beauty and seductress.
    nymphe enchanteresse

    Slang Meanings

    Nymphette
    She is a real nymphette, with her youthful appearance.
    Elle est une vraie nymphette, avec son allure juvénile.
    undine
    She plays the role of an undine, gliding among the waves.
    Elle joue le rôle d'une ondine, voguant parmi les flots.