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    Philomène (en. Philomena)

    /fɪlɔˈmɛn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A bird from the Columbidae family, often associated with gentleness and love.
    The philomène sings at sunrise.
    Le philomène chante au lever du soleil.
    A symbol of peace and serenity in literary culture.
    In this poem, the philomène represents hope.
    Dans ce poème, le philomène représente l'espoir.
    A term of endearment for a gentle person.
    She is my philomène, always there to console me.
    Elle est ma philomène, toujours là pour me consoler.

    Etymology

    From the ancient Greek 'philos' (friend) and 'mēnos' (melody).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to sing like a philomène
    Expresses a beautiful and sweet voice.
    chanter comme un philomène
    to have the soul of a philomène
    To be gentle and peaceful.
    avoir l'âme de philomène

    Related Words

    turtle dove
    A bird often confused with the philomène.
    tourterelle
    dove
    A symbol of peace, resembling the philomène.
    colombe

    Slang Meanings

    A person who loves to sing.
    She is the philomène of our group, always ready to start a song.
    Elle est la philomène de notre groupe, toujours prête à entonner une chanson.
    Someone very gentle and loving.
    He is a true philomène, always caring towards others.
    Il est un vrai philomène, toujours attentionné envers les autres.