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    Renaissance (en. Renaissance)

    /ʁənɛsɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Period of European history marked by a revival in the arts, literature, and science.
    The Renaissance began in the 15th century in Italy.
    La Renaissance a débuté au XVème siècle en Italie.
    Cultural or artistic renewal.
    There has been a renaissance of contemporary theater.
    Il y a eu une renaissance du théâtre contemporain.
    Process of re-emergence after a period of stagnation.
    The company is experiencing a renaissance thanks to its new strategies.
    L'entreprise connaît une renaissance grâce à ses nouvelles stratégies.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'renaissance', deriving from the verb 'renaître'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Renaissance of the arts
    Period of artistic renewal.
    Renaissance des arts
    Urban renaissance
    Revitalization of a city or neighborhood.
    Renaissance urbaine
    Personal renaissance
    Renewal in a person's life on a spiritual or emotional level.
    Renaissance personnelle

    Related Words

    awakening
    Action of waking up or being reborn.
    réveil
    renewal
    Action of renewing, starting anew.
    renouvellement
    rehabilitation
    Process of restoration or renovation.
    réhabilitation

    Slang Meanings

    New wave
    This group represents the new wave of French music.
    Ce groupe représente la nouvelle vague de la musique française.
    Digital renaissance
    The digital renaissance is transforming the way we consume information.
    La renaissance numérique transforme la façon dont nous consommons l'information.