Prodiges (en. Prodigies)
/pʁɔ.diʒ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
An incredible event or an act of extraordinary nature.
The prodigies of nature amaze us.
Les prodiges de la nature nous émerveillent.
A person or thing that excels in a particular field.
This young artist is a prodigy of music.
Ce jeune artiste est un prodige de la musique.
An inexplicable phenomenon that seems to defy the laws of nature.
He witnessed prodigies during his journey.
Il a témoigné de prodiges lors de son voyage.
Miraculous events attributed to a higher power.
Biblical prodigies are often discussed in sermons.
Les prodiges bibliques sont souvent discutés dans les sermons.
Etymology
From the Latin 'prodigium', meaning 'sign or prodigy'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to perform prodigies
To accomplish extraordinary actions.
faire des prodiges
a marvel of nature
A person who possesses exceptional abilities.
un prodige de la nature
prodigious
Refers to something extraordinary, surprising.
prodigieux
Related Words
prodigious
Which has great scope, astonishing with its extraordinary nature.
prodigieux
prodigy
An event or person that inspires amazement through its qualities or abilities.
prodige
wonder
An admirable thing that inspires wonder.
merveille
Slang Meanings
A brilliant child who excels in their field.
That kid is a real prodigy!
Ce gamin est un vrai prodige !
A session of exceptional performance.
His last concert was a prodigy!
Son dernier concert était un prodige !