vif
The French adjective "vif" (feminine: vive) has several meanings, all centered around the ideas of liveliness, intensity, or brightness. It’s often used to describe people, emotions, colors, and more.
✅ Main meanings of vif:
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Lively / Spirited / Energetic
- Un enfant vif → A lively/quick child
- Une discussion vive → A heated discussion
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Bright / Vivid (color or light)
- Des couleurs vives → Bright/vivid colors
- Une lumière vive → A bright light
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Sharp / Intense (emotion or reaction)
- Une douleur vive → A sharp pain
- Un vif intérêt → A keen interest
🧠 Gender forms:
| Masculine | Feminine |
|---|---|
| vif | vive |
🧾 Example sentences:
- Il a un esprit vif. → He has a quick/sharp mind.
- Elle porte une robe de couleur vive. → She's wearing a brightly colored dress.
- J’ai ressenti une émotion vive. → I felt a strong emotion.
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