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    Passion (en. Passion)

    /pa.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A powerful and intense feeling of attraction or enthusiasm.
    His passion for music is evident.
    Sa passion pour la musique est évidente.
    An intense emotion that can be positive or negative.
    He has an overwhelming passion for cinema.
    Il a une passion dévorante pour le cinéma.
    An extreme commitment or devotion to an activity.
    She chose to make it her passion and to work in the field.
    Elle a choisi d'en faire sa passion et de travailler dans le domaine.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'passio,' meaning suffering, emotion.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have passion
    to have a strong desire or marked interest in something.
    avoir de la passion
    passionate about
    to be very interested or to admire something intensely.
    passionné(e) de
    passion and reason
    a conflict between moving desires and thoughtful logic.
    passion et raison

    Related Words

    passionate
    A person who feels a passion.
    passionné
    passionate
    Related to passion, often used to describe intense love.
    passionnel

    Slang Meanings

    a thrill
    It's a real thrill for her, she talks about it all the time.
    C'est un vrai kiff pour elle, elle en parle tout le temps.
    a crush
    It was a crush, I fell in love with this book.
    C'était un coup de cœur, je suis tombé amoureux de ce livre.