éternel
/etɛʁnɛl/
eternal
L'amour est éternel.
Love is eternal.
formal
Lasting forever; without end or beginning; timeless.
La beauté de la nature est éternelle.
The beauty of nature is eternal.
Often used to describe concepts, emotions, or entities that transcend time.
informal
Seemingly endless or extremely long-lasting.
Ce trajet est éternel !
This trip is endless!
Used hyperbolically to express frustration or impatience.
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Pro Tip
Poetic Usage
In literature, 'éternel' is often used to evoke deep emotions or abstract concepts.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
Use sparingly in everyday speech to maintain its impact.
Word Origin
From Latin 'aeternus', meaning 'enduring, eternal'.
Usage Notes
Often used in philosophical, religious, or poetic contexts to convey timelessness or infinity.
Word Breakdown
étern-
eternal
root-el
suffix indicating quality
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