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    Philippe (en. Philippe)

    /fi.lip/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Common masculine first name in France and other French-speaking countries.
    Philippe is a very popular name.
    Philippe est un prénom très populaire.
    Reference to historical or contemporary figures named Philippe.
    King Philippe VI of France made his mark on history.
    Le roi Philippe VI de France a marqué l'histoire.
    A man bearing this name.
    My friend Philippe loves music.
    Mon ami Philippe adore la musique.

    Etymology

    From Greek 'Philippos', composed of 'philos' (friend) and 'hippos' (horse).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Philip the Fair
    French monarch known for his reign in the 14th century.
    Philippe le Bel
    Philip of Orléans
    Regent of France in the early 18th century.
    Philippe d'Orléans

    Related Words

    Philippic
    Violent speech or pamphlet against someone, reference to Cicero.
    Philippique
    Philippe Pétain
    Head of the French state during World War II.
    Philippe Pétain

    Slang Meanings

    An affectionate nickname used between friends.
    He affectionately calls him 'Filou'.
    Il l'appelle affectueusement 'Filou'.
    Used to refer to someone proud or arrogant.
    Look at him, he thinks he's a Philippe!
    Regarde-le, il se prend pour un Philippe!