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    Printemps (en. Spring)

    /pʁɛ̃.tɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The time of year when vegetation revives and temperatures begin to warm up.
    Flowers begin to bloom in spring.
    Les fleurs commencent à fleurir au printemps.
    The season that follows winter and precedes summer.
    Spring is often associated with the rebirth of nature.
    Le printemps est souvent associé à la renaissance de la nature.
    A positive or renewing opportunity.
    After a long, cold winter, spring is a true respite.
    Après un hiver long et froid, le printemps est un véritable répit.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'vernum' meaning 'spring'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    spring is here
    Indicates that the season has arrived.
    le printemps est là
    to chase spring
    Refers to cleaning activities and preparation for the season.
    chasser le printemps
    Arab Spring
    Reference to a series of protests in the Middle East and North Africa.
    printemps arabe

    Related Words

    summer
    The season that follows spring.
    été
    winter
    The season that precedes spring.
    hiver
    autumn
    The season located between summer and winter.
    automne

    Slang Meanings

    Feeling of renewal or novelty in life.
    This summer, I felt a real spring sensation when I changed jobs.
    Cet été, j'ai eu une vraie sensation de printemps quand j'ai changé de job.
    An optimistic and joyful state of mind.
    With the nice days, I feel spring in my heart.
    Avec les beaux jours, je ressens le printemps dans mon cœur.