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    Respira (en. Breathe)

    /ʁɛ.spi.ʁa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To take air into and out of the lungs.
    He breathes deeply to relax.
    Il respire profondément pour se détendre.
    To seize or embrace the entirety of a situation.
    She breathes the joy of living.
    Elle respire la joie de vivre.
    To be alive or to have energy.
    Spring breathes a new atmosphere.
    Le printemps respire une atmosphère nouvelle.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'respirare', which means 'to stay at breath'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    breathe deeply
    To fully enjoy life or an experience.
    respirer à pleins poumons
    take a big breath
    To prepare mentally or emotionally for a challenge.
    prendre une grande respiration

    Related Words

    respiration
    The process of taking in air and expelling it.
    respiration
    respiratory
    Related to breathing.
    respiratoire
    inspiration
    The act of inhaling air.
    inspiration
    expiration
    The act of expelling air.
    expiration

    Slang Meanings

    To be relaxed or calm.
    After a stressful week, I can finally breathe.
    Après une semaine stressante, je respire enfin.
    To mentally escape.
    He needs to breathe after a busy day.
    Il a besoin de respirer après une journée chargée.