Souriante (en. Smiling)

[su.ʁj.ant]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who shows joy through a smile.
She is always smiling, even in difficult times.
Elle est toujours souriante, même dans les moments difficiles.
Who evokes good humor.
This atmosphere is really smiling, conducive to celebration.
Cette ambiance est vraiment souriante, propice à la fête.
A person who expresses joy and kindness through their smile.
The waitress was very smiling, which made our meal enjoyable.
La serveuse était très souriante, ce qui a rendu notre repas agréable.

Etymology

Derived from 'sourire' with the suffix '-ant', indicating an action or state.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a smiling smile
to have a welcoming and friendly smile.
avoir un sourire souriant
to be smiling by nature
to be naturally cheerful and friendly.
être souriante de nature
a smiling face
a face that expresses joy through a smile.
un visage souriant

Related Words

smile
The act of smiling.
sourire
bright smile
A smile that expresses great joy.
sourire éclatant
smiling (noun)
A person who smiles.
souriant (nom)

Slang Meanings

A person who is always in a good mood.
She is so smiling, it makes everyone around her happy.
Elle est tellement souriante, ça rend tout le monde heureux autour d'elle.
A term used to describe a positive atmosphere.
This party had a smiling atmosphere.
Cette fête avait une atmosphère souriante.