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    Retombé (en. Fell back)

    /ʁə.tɔ̃.be/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Action of falling again or returning to a previous state.
    After the storm, the fallen leaves on the ground create a colorful carpet.
    Après la tempête, les feuilles retombées sur le sol créent un tapis coloré.
    To find oneself in a difficult situation after a period of improvement.
    He fell back into his old habits after weeks of progress.
    Il a retombé dans ses anciennes habitudes après des semaines de progrès.
    To express a feeling of melancholy or sadness after a moment of joy.
    After the concert, the joyful atmosphere quickly fades.
    Après le concert, l'ambiance joyeuse retombe rapidement.

    Etymology

    Formed from the verb 'to fall' with the prefix 're-', meaning 'again'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to land on one's feet
    To find oneself in a favorable situation after a difficulty.
    retomber sur ses pattes
    to fall back into one's old ways
    To revert to negative behaviors after a period of change.
    retomber dans ses travers
    after the rain, good weather
    After difficult times, there is often an improvement.
    après la pluie, le beau temps

    Related Words

    fall
    Action of falling.
    chute
    to return
    Returning to a previous state.
    revenir
    to knock down
    To fall or to knock something down.
    abattre

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a difficult situation after having had success.
    He fell, and now he has to start all over.
    Il a retombé, et maintenant il doit tout recommencer.
    To feel sad after a period of joy.
    The party was great, but I fell when everyone left.
    La fête était géniale, mais j'ai retombé quand tout le monde est parti.