Salammbô (en. Salambô)

/sa.lam.bo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

The main character of a novel, a symbol of mystery and passion.

Salammbô is a complex character who embodies desire and revolt.

Salammbô est un personnage complexe qui incarne le désir et la révolte.

Literary work by Flaubert that explores the theme of war and love.

The novel Salammbô provides a rich analysis of ancient conflicts.

Le roman Salammbô propose une riche analyse des conflits anciens.

The name comes from Arabic and was adapted by Flaubert for his work.

Salammbô and her era

Refers to the historical and cultural universe of the work.

Salammbô et son époque

figure of Salammbô

Expresses a powerful image of heroism and sacrifice.

figure de Salammbô

Flaubert

19th-century French writer, author of Salammbô.

Flaubert

Carthage

Ancient city in the historical context of the work.

Carthage

war

Central theme of the novel Salammbô.

guerre

A person with an enigmatic behavior.

She is so mysterious, she looks like a Salammbô.

Elle est si mystérieuse, on dirait une Salammbô.

An ambitious project or enterprise.

This film is a real Salammbô, I hope it succeeds.

Ce film est un vrai Salammbô, j’espère qu’il réussira.