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Belle: meaning, definitions and examples

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belle

 

[ bษ›l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

beauty, charm

The term 'belle' refers to a beautiful woman, often idealized for her charm and social grace. It is commonly used in contexts such as social gatherings, where a belle is recognized as the most attractive or admired female. The word suggests not just physical beauty but also an appealing personality and poise. Historically, a belle would capture the attention and admiration of others, often embodying the standards of beauty of her time.

Synonyms

beauty, enchantress, goddess, stunner

Examples of usage

  • She was the belle of the ball, captivating everyone with her grace.
  • In the small town, she was known as the local belle, admired for her kindness and beauty.
  • The belle of the summer festival won the hearts of many with her stunning dress.

Translations

Translations of the word "belle" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bela

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเค‚เคฆเคฐ (sundar)

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schรถn

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ cantik

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฐั€ะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ piฤ™kna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็พŽใ—ใ„ (utsukushii)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท belle

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hermosa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรผzel

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•„๋ฆ„๋‹ค์šด (areumdaun)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌู…ูŠู„ุฉ (jamila)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ krรกsnรก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ krรกsna

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็พŽไธฝ (mฤ›ilรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lepa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ falleg

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัาฑะปัƒ (sulu)

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒ›แƒแƒ–แƒ˜ (lamazi)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรถzษ™l

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hermosa

Etymology

The word 'belle' originates from the French term meaning 'beautiful.' It traces back to the Old French 'bele', which is derived from the Latin word 'bellus', meaning 'pretty' or 'handsome'. The use of 'belle' in English began around the early 19th century, as it entered the language through cultural exchanges between English and French societies. Initially, it was a term reserved for women of high social standing and beauty, often used in literary works and poetry, celebrating the ideals of femininity. Over time, the term has been embraced in various contexts, becoming a staple in descriptions of beauty pageants, social events, and romantic literature. Today, it is widely used in both casual and formal scenarios to denote a woman admired for her attractiveness, charm, and often alongside her social grace.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,417, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.