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l'âme
/lɑm/
soul
Elle croit que l'âme survit après la mort.
She believes the soul survives after death.
literary
The spiritual or immaterial part of a person, often considered to be the seat of emotions and character.
Son âme était pure et noble.
His soul was pure and noble.
Often used in philosophical, religious, or poetic contexts.
figurative
The essence or core of something, often used metaphorically.
La ville a perdu son âme avec la modernisation.
The city has lost its soul with modernization.
Common in discussions about cultural or historical identity.
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Literary Usage
In French literature, 'l'âme' is often used to describe deep emotional or spiritual states.
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Gender Agreement
In French, 'l'âme' is feminine, so adjectives must agree in gender and number (e.g., 'une âme pure').
Word Origin
From Latin 'anima,' meaning 'breath, soul, life.'
Usage Notes
In French, 'l'âme' is often used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, especially in literature and philosophy.
Word Breakdown
l'
the
definite articleâme
soul
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