faim

la faim
A feminine noun is used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la dame, la lune).
feminine noun
a. hunger
Ce yaourt ne va pas me couper la faim !This yogurt won't satisfy my hunger!
a. hunger
La faim est encore un problème dans de nombreuses régions du monde.Hunger is still an issue in many parts of the world.
b. famine
Les autorités cherchent des moyens de combattre la faim dans leur pays.The authorities are seeking ways to fight famine in their country.
3.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
(intense desire)
a. hunger
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
Ce politicien était connu pour sa faim de pouvoir.This politician was known for his hunger for power.
b. yearning
Depuis son plus jeune âge, Arnaud nourrit une faim insatiable de voyages lointains.From an early age, Arnaud has nurtured an insatiable yearning for distant travels.
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