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    Souffler (en. Blow)

    /su.fle/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To circulate air through a movement of the lips or lungs.
    He blew on the embers to revive them.
    Il a soufflé sur les braises pour les raviver.
    To produce a sound by expelling air.
    The wind is blowing strongly today.
    Le vent souffle fort aujourd'hui.
    To express an idea in a low voice.
    He whispered a solution to her ear.
    Il lui a soufflé une solution à l'oreille.

    Etymology

    From the ancient verb *sufler*, derived from Latin *sufflare*.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to blow hot and cold
    To change one's mind, to be unpredictable.
    souffler chaud et froid
    to blow on the embers
    To rekindle something, often a dispute.
    souffler sur les braises
    to blow with joy
    To express great satisfaction.
    souffler de joie

    Related Words

    breath
    Air movement produced by the verb to blow.
    souffle
    blower
    A person who blows, especially in the field of theater.
    souffleur
    blowing apparatus
    Device or space intended to produce a breath of air.
    soufflerie

    Slang Meanings

    To blow into a wind instrument.
    He blew into his trumpet to start the piece.
    Il a soufflé dans sa trompette pour commencer le morceau.
    To spend thoughtlessly.
    He blew all his salary at the casino.
    Il a soufflé tout son salaire au casino.