Souris (en. Mouse)

/su.ʁis/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Small rodent, often gray or brown in color.

The mouse is a common animal in many households.

La souris est un animal commun dans de nombreux foyers.

Device indicating the position of the cursor on a computer screen.

I use a mouse to browse the web.

J'utilise une souris pour naviguer sur le web.

From Latin 'mus', 'muris', meaning 'mouse'.

to smile like a mouse

To be smiling or happy.

sourire comme une souris

hidden mouse

Allusion to a subtle or tricky presence.

souris cachée

computer mouse

Pointing device used to interact with a computer.

souris d'ordinateur

rodent

Animal that gnaws, generally small in size.

rongeur

harvest mouse

Small rodent similar to the mouse, often found in fields.

mulot

A shy or timid person.

She is so mouse-like, she is afraid to express herself in public.

Elle est si souris, elle a peur de s'exprimer en public.

A term of endearment for a gentle person.

Look at her, she is really my little mouse.

Regarde-la, elle est vraiment ma petite souris.