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une âme
/yn‿am/
a soul
Il a une âme pure.
He has a pure soul.
literary
The spiritual or immaterial part of a person, often associated with consciousness, personality, or moral character.
Elle a une âme sensible.
She has a sensitive soul.
Often used in philosophical, religious, or poetic contexts to describe the essence of a person.
literary
The essence or spirit of a place, object, or idea.
Ce vieux bâtiment a une âme.
This old building has a soul.
Used metaphorically to describe something that feels alive or deeply meaningful.
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Poetic Usage
'Une âme' is frequently used in literature and poetry to evoke deep emotional or spiritual qualities.
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Gender Agreement
'Âme' is feminine, so adjectives must agree (e.g., 'une âme pure,' not 'un âme pur').
Word Origin
From Latin 'anima,' meaning 'breath, soul, life,' derived from Proto-Indo-European root *h₂enh₁- 'to breathe.'
Usage Notes
In French, 'une âme' is often used in a more abstract or poetic sense than in English, emphasizing the moral or spiritual essence of a person or thing.
Word Breakdown
âme
soul
rootune
a (feminine singular)
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