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    Onde (en. Wave)

    /ɔ̃d/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A undulation or vibration that propagates through a medium.
    Sound waves travel through the air.
    Les ondes sonores se déplacent dans l'air.
    An oscillation that can be observed on the surface of the water.
    The ripples of water create small waves.
    Les ondulations de l'eau créent de petites vagues.
    A phenomenon related to earthquakes.
    Seismic waves can cause significant damage.
    Les ondes sismiques peuvent causer des dégâts importants.
    A concept in physics representing a periodic fluctuation in a physical quantity.
    Electromagnetic waves can carry energy.
    Les ondes électromagnétiques peuvent transporter de l'énergie.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'unda' meaning 'wave' or 'wadden.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    make waves
    Create agitation or turmoil in a situation.
    faire des vagues
    shockwave
    A striking effect of an event.
    onde de choc
    at the mercy of the waves
    To be carried along by the circumstances.
    au gré des ondes

    Related Words

    sound
    Vibration that propagates and is perceived by hearing.
    son
    vibration
    Oscillatory movement of a body.
    vibration
    radiation
    Propagation of energy in the form of waves.
    radiation

    Slang Meanings

    The effect of an unexpected situation.
    This news made waves throughout the neighborhood.
    Cette nouvelle a fait des ondes dans tout le quartier.
    To be in good shape, referring to a good vibe.
    He is in a good vibe today.
    Il est dans une bonne onde aujourd'hui.