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avoir l'âme pure
/a.vwaʁ l‿ɑm pyʁ/
to have a pure soul
Elle a toujours eu l'âme pure.
She has always had a pure soul.
literaryformal
To possess a soul that is innocent, virtuous, and free from corruption or evil.
Son regard trahissait une âme pure.
His gaze betrayed a pure soul.
Les enfants ont souvent l'âme pure.
Children often have pure souls.
This expression is often used in literary or philosophical contexts to describe moral purity or innocence.
Collocations
avoir l'âme pure comme un enfantto have a soul as pure as a child
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Pro Tip
Literary Usage
This phrase is more common in literature, poetry, or philosophical discussions rather than everyday conversation.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
Use this phrase to describe moral or spiritual purity, not physical cleanliness.
Word Origin
The phrase combines 'avoir' (to have) with 'l'âme pure' (the pure soul), emphasizing moral or spiritual purity. The concept of a pure soul is rooted in religious and philosophical traditions.
Usage Notes
This expression is often used to describe someone who is morally upright, innocent, or free from malice. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is untainted or pristine.
Word Breakdown
avoir
to have
verbl'âme
the soul
nounpure
pure
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