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    Souffles (en. Breaths)

    [sufl]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Expulsion of air through the mouth.
    He took a deep breath before diving.
    Il a pris un profond souffle avant de plonger.
    Light breeze.
    The breaths of the wind were soothing.
    Les souffles du vent étaient apaisants.
    verb
    The act of blowing, expelling air.
    She blows on the soup to cool it down.
    Elle souffle sur la soupe pour la refroidir.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'sufler', from Latin 'sufflare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    short breath
    A quick and brief breath.
    souffle court
    breath of life
    A vital movement that animates something.
    souffle de vie
    take a breath
    To take a break, breathe deeply.
    prendre un souffle

    Related Words

    to blow
    The action of circulating air.
    souffler
    blower
    Device used to blow air.
    souffleuse
    bellows
    Musical instrument or tool to provide air.
    soufflet

    Slang Meanings

    To take a break to breathe or recharge.
    He needs a break, he is overwhelmed.
    Il a besoin d'un souffle, il est débordé.
    To speak casually or indiscreetly.
    She whispered her little secret to everyone.
    Elle a soufflé à tout le monde son petit secret.