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    Soufflant (en. Blowing)

    [su.flɑ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to something that produces a movement of air, a breath.
    The blowing fan cools the room.
    Le ventilateur soufflant rafraîchit la pièce.
    Refers to an action that exhales air or a sound.
    The dragon blowing fire was an impressive scene.
    Le dragon soufflant du feu était une scène impressionnante.
    Refers to a context of great intensity or force.
    The wind blowing over the sea made navigation difficult.
    Le vent soufflant sur la mer rendait la navigation difficile.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'souffler', of Latin origin 'sufflare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    blowing with admiration
    Expresses great astonishment or wonder.
    soufflant d'admiration
    to blow like a bull
    To be out of breath after intense effort.
    souffler comme un bœuf
    to blow hot and cold
    To alternate between opposing attitudes.
    souffler le chaud et le froid

    Related Words

    blow
    Action of emitting air or a sound when breathing.
    souffler
    breath
    Action or effect of breathing or emitting air.
    souffle

    Slang Meanings

    Used to refer to something impressive.
    It was a stunning show!
    C'était un spectacle soufflant !
    Refers to an event or performance that surprises with its quality.
    The last scene was truly breathtaking!
    La dernière scène était vraiment soufflante!