Riante (en. Laughing)

ʁjɑ̃t

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adjective

Definition: Describes a person or thing that smiles or radiates a joyful atmosphere.

Example Sentence: She had a laughing face that lit up the room.

Elle avait un visage riant qui illuminait la pièce.

Definition: Characterized by laughter and joy.

Example Sentence: The atmosphere at the party was truly cheerful.

L'ambiance à la fête était vraiment riante.

Definition: That makes one laugh or brings pleasure.

Example Sentence: It was a funny movie that entertained us all.

C'était un film riant qui nous a tous divertis.

Etymology/Origin: From the verb 'rir' in Old French, meaning 'to laugh'.

Phrase: to have a laughing smile

Meaning: to have a joyful and welcoming smile.

avoir un sourire riante

Phrase: a shining laugh

Meaning: a hearty and joyful laugh.

un éclat riant

Phrase: a cheerful atmosphere

Meaning: an ambiance full of joy.

une atmosphère riante

Related Word: laugh

Description: Action of laughing; expression of joy.

rire

Related Word: smile

Description: Movement of the mouth expressing satisfaction or cheerfulness.

sourire

Related Word: joy

Description: State of happiness, satisfaction.

joie

Slang Meaning: A very joyful and playful person.

Slang Example: She is always so cheerful, it's contagious!

Elle est toujours si riante, c'est contagieux !

Slang Meaning: A moment of great joy.

Slang Example: It was really a fun evening.

C'était une soirée vraiment riant.