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    Élans (en. Elks)

    e.lɑ̃

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Sudden movement or gesture.
    The children's bursts of joy were contagious.
    Les élans de joie des enfants étaient contagieux.
    Strong emotional impulse.
    She was swept away by waves of passion.
    Elle se laissa emporter par des élans de passion.
    Dynamic direction or trend.
    Market trends are difficult to predict.
    Les élans du marché sont difficiles à prévoir.

    Etymology

    From the French verb 'élancer', meaning to jump or leap.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    surge of solidarity
    A collective movement of support.
    élan de solidarité
    lose momentum
    To lose motivation or energy.
    perdre l'élan
    under the impetus of
    Under the influence of something powerful.
    sous l'élan de

    Related Words

    to leap
    To make a rapid or sudden movement forward.
    élancer
    vital impulse
    Fundamental impulse of life, especially in philosophy.
    élan vital
    sports momentum
    Impulse or motivation in the field of sports.
    élan sportif

    Slang Meanings

    A moment of intense excitement.
    The momentum we had during the concert was incredible.
    L'élan qu'on a eu durant le concert était incroyable.
    An unexpected or sudden movement.
    He gained momentum while running to jump over the ditch.
    Il a pris un élan en courant pour sauter le fossé.