No. 10,522 in French
lune
Moon.
In a sentence
La lune brille fort dans le ciel ce soir.
The moon is shining brightly in the sky tonight.
In this sentence, 'lune' refers to the astronomical body visible at night, emphasizing its presence and luminosity.
Je vis une figurine en forme de lune sur la table.
I saw a moon-shaped figurine on the table.
Here, 'lune' describes the shape of an object, showing how the term can symbolize the iconic crescent shape of the moon.
Après un jour si fatigant, j'aspire à avoir une lune de miel paisible.
After such a tiring day, I long for a peaceful honeymoon.
In this usage, 'lune de miel' is an idiomatic expression meaning 'honeymoon,' involving 'lune' metaphorically to convey romance and tranquility.
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