Passionnées (en. Passionate)

/pa.sjɔ.ne/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Describes a person who is strongly engaged or interested in a particular activity or subject.
Music lovers attend all the concerts.
Les passionnées de musique assistent à tous les concerts.
Indicates a deep interest in a subject or activity.
Cooking enthusiasts spend hours experimenting with new recipes.
Les passionnées de cuisine passent des heures à expérimenter de nouvelles recettes.
Emotionally involved in a cause or hobby.
She is passionate about photography and has published several books.
Elle est passionnée par la photographie et a publié plusieurs livres.

Etymology

The word 'passionate' comes from the Latin 'passionatus', derived from 'passio' which means suffering or strong emotion.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a passion for
to feel a great interest or love for something.
avoir la passion pour
passionate about
to have an intense passion for a particular field.
passionné de

Related Words

passion
Intense and lasting emotion towards something.
passion
enthusiasm
Excitement and intense interest.
enthousiasme
devotion
Commitment and deep attachment to a cause.
dévotion

Slang Meanings

To be all in
She is all in with yoga.
Elle est à fond dans le yoga.
To be crazy about
He is crazy about hiking.
Il est mordu de la randonnée.