L'envie
Example: J'ai toujours l'envie de voyager dans de nouveaux pays.
Definition
"L'envie" refers to a strong desire or craving to have or do something. It often expresses a longing or wish, as in the example phrase: 'I always have the desire to travel to new countries.' It conveys both emotional and physical yearnings.
Etymology
The word "l'envie" originates from the Latin word 'invidia,' which meant 'envy' or 'jealousy.' Over time, in French, it evolved to describe not only envy but also a general desire or craving. Did you know that "l'envie" shares roots with the English word 'envy,' but its meaning has broadened in French?
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"L'envie" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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