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    Poissons (en. Pisces)

    /pwa.sɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An animal that lives in water, typically with fins and gills.
    Fish live in oceans, rivers, and lakes.
    Les poissons vivent dans les océans, les rivières et les lacs.
    In the food context, refers to the flesh of these animals.
    I prefer to eat fresh fish rather than frozen.
    Je préfère manger des poissons frais plutôt que congelés.
    Symbol of prosperity and fertility in some cultures.
    In Asian culture, fish are often associated with luck.
    Dans la culture asiatique, les poissons sont souvent associés à la chance.

    Etymology

    The word 'fish' comes from the Latin 'piscis', also meaning fish.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a fish in the water
    To be in a comfortable situation.
    avoir un poisson dans l'eau
    April Fools' Day
    A joke or prank made on April 1st.
    poissons d'avril

    Related Words

    fishing
    Action of catching fish.
    pêche
    ichthyology
    Science that studies fish.
    ichtyologie
    aquarium
    Installation for breeding and observing fish.
    aquarium

    Slang Meanings

    To be in hot water.
    He is in hot water after missing the meeting.
    Il est dans les poissons après avoir raté le rendez-vous.
    To pull teeth (to obtain information).
    He tried to fish for information during the discussion.
    Il a essayé de pêcher des informations pendant la discussion.