briller
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briller
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., éternuer.).
1. (to glow)
a. to shine
Le soleil brille enfin, après plusieurs jours de pluie.The sun is finally shining after several days of rain.
c. to twinkle
Le ciel était dégagé et les étoiles brillaient intensément.The sky was clear and the stars were twinkling brightly.
2. (figurative) (to be radiant)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
a. to sparkle (figurative)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
Après avoir appris la bonne nouvelle, le visage de Sonia brillait de joie.After hearing the good news, Sonia's face sparkled with joy.
3. (figurative) (to be excellent)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
a. to shine (figurative)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
Émilie a brillé en finale du tournoi.Émilie shone in the finals of the tournament.
b. to excel
Notre fils brille dans ses études. Nous sommes très fiers de lui !Our son excels in his studies. We're very proud of him!
c. to stand out
Pendant le concours, Sophie a su briller par son talent exceptionnel.During the contest, Sophie managed to stand out with her exceptional talent.
Conjugations
Indicative of "briller"
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