No. 12,353 in French
éteinte
"Éteinte" means "extinguished" or "turned off."
In a sentence
La lampe est éteinte.
The lamp is off.
In this sentence, 'éteinte' is used as an adjective to describe the state of the lamp, indicating it is not lit.
Elle avait les yeux éteints après une longue journée.
She had lifeless eyes after a long day.
Here, 'éteints' metaphorically describes the lack of shine or brightness in her eyes, conveying tiredness or lack of energy.
La passion dans leur relation était éteinte depuis des années.
The passion in their relationship had been extinguished for years.
In this context, 'éteinte' functions metaphorically to describe the absence or end of passion, likening it to a flame that has been put out.
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