Nymphes (en. Nymphs)

/nɛ̃f/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Female deities of mythology associated with elements of nature.

The river nymphs danced in the moonlight.

Les nymphes des rivières dansaient au clair de lune.

Attractive young women, often described in literature.

She appeared like a nymph, captivating all gazes.

Elle était apparue comme une nymphe, captivant tous les regards.

Figures in poetry and the arts representing feminine beauty linked to nature.

The poet compared his muse to a nymph of the woods.

Le poète a comparé sa muse à une nymphe des bois.

From ancient Greek 'nymphē', meaning 'young woman' or 'girl'.

nymphs of nature

Femininities associated with different natural elements.

nymphes de la nature

to dance like a nymph

To move with grace and lightness.

danser comme une nymphe

nymphomania

Excessive sexual desire in a woman.

nymphomanie

nymph-like

Relating to nymphs, often associated with beauty or charm.

nymphétique

Attractive young woman.

That girl is a true nymph of the party.

Cette fille est une vraie nymphe de la soirée.

Woman with graceful and light behavior.

She moves like a nymph in the crowd.

Elle se déplace comme une nymphe dans la foule.