l'esprit
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
masculine noun
a. spirit
Quand je prie, je sens l'esprit du Seigneur.When I pray, I feel the spirit of the Lord.
a. spirit
On portait de l'ail pour repousser les mauvais esprits.Garlic was worn to ward off evil spirits.
b. ghost
Pendant la cérémonie, la vieille femme a parlé aux esprits.During the ceremony, the old woman spoke to ghosts.
a. mind
La marche est une excellente activité pour le corps et l'esprit.Walking is an excellent activity for the body and the mind.
a. mind
Pauline lit beaucoup de revues scientifiques. Elle adore développer son esprit.Pauline reads a lot of scientific journals. She loves developing her mind.
a. spirit
Les animateurs organisent des activités qui favorisent l'esprit de groupe chez les enfants.The camp counselors organize activities that promote team spirit among the children.
a. wit
La chroniqueuse a beaucoup d’esprit. Ses interventions sont toujours intéressantes et amusantes.The columnist has a lot of wit. Her remarks are always interesting and amusing.
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