Ventre (en. Belly)

vɑ̃tʁ

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Cavity of the human or animal body where the digestive organs are located.
She has a bellyache after eating too much.
Elle a mal au ventre après avoir trop mangé.
Part of the human body considered in terms of its shape and size.
He has a prominent belly.
Il a un ventre proéminent.
External aspect of the body, particularly concerning its volume.
The belly was nicely rounded in the pregnant woman.
Le ventre était bien rond chez la femme enceinte.

Etymology

From the Latin 'venter', which means 'belly' or 'abdomen'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a beer belly
Having a prominent belly due to alcohol.
avoir un ventre à bière
to double over in belly pain
Experiencing intense pain in the belly.
se tordre de douleur au ventre
to have a full belly
Having eaten enough.
avoir le ventre plein

Related Words

belly
Set of digestive organs.
ventre
flat belly
Physical condition where the belly is toned and not prominent.
ventre plat

Slang Meanings

Tummy
He really has a belly after all those hearty meals.
Il a un vrai bidon après tous ces repas copieux.
Gut
That guy has a gut that sticks out!
Ce gars a un bide qui lui dépasse !