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gung ho
gung ho
[adjectiv]

very enthusiastic and dedicated

foarte entuziast și dedicat, plin de entuziasm și dedicare

foarte entuziast și dedicat, plin de entuziasm și dedicare

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to kowtow
to kowtow
[verb]

bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

a se închina servil, a se prosterna

a se închina servil, a se prosterna

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kung fu
kung fu
[substantiv]

a Chinese martial art encompassing a wide range of fighting styles and techniques

kung fu, art marțial chinezesc

kung fu, art marțial chinezesc

Ex: He practiced kung fu for years to master its intricate techniques. 
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adieu
adieu
[interjecție]

used as a poetic way to bid someone farewell

Adio

Adio

Ex: Adieu, my dear friend. May we meet again soon. 
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a la carte
a la carte
[adverb]

by selecting and ordering individual items from a menu rather than choosing a set meal

à la carte, separat

à la carte, separat

Ex: They ate à la carte instead of opting for the set menu. 
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ambiance
ambiance
[substantiv]

the overall mood, feeling, or character of a place, shaped by its surroundings and influences

atmosferă, ambianță

atmosferă, ambianță

Ex: The restaurant's warm ambiance made it perfect for a romantic dinner. 
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aperitif
aperitif
[substantiv]

a drink, particularly alcoholic, consumed before a meal to stimulate one's appetite

aperitiv

aperitiv

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apropos
apropos
[adverb]

at an appropriate or fitting moment

la momentul potrivit,  oportun

la momentul potrivit, oportun

Ex: She arrived just apropos, as the meeting was about to begin. 
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attache
attache
[substantiv]

a specialist assigned to the staff of a diplomatic mission

atașat

atașat

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blase
blase
[adjectiv]

showing a casual lack of concern, as if nothing is particularly important or worth worrying about

indiferent, nepăsător

indiferent, nepăsător

Ex: He gave a blasé shrug when asked about the delay. 
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bon appetit
bon appetit
[interjecție]

used to wish someone a good appetite or enjoyable meal before they start eating

Poftă bună

Poftă bună

Ex: Before starting the meal, the chef exclaimed, "Bon appétit, everyone! Enjoy your dinner." 
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bon voyage
bon voyage
[interjecție]

used to wish someone a safe and enjoyable journey before they embark on a trip

Drum bun! Vă dorim o călătorie sigură și memorabilă.

Drum bun! Vă dorim o călătorie sigură și memorabilă.

Ex: Bon voyage! We wish you a safe and memorable journey. 
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bourgeois
bourgeois
[adjectiv]

relating to the middle class, especially in terms of conventional values, materialism, or social respectability

burghez, mic burghez

burghez, mic burghez

Ex: His taste in decor was thoroughly bourgeois — neat, safe, and predictable. 
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boutique
boutique
[substantiv]

a small store in which fashionable clothes or accessories are sold

butic

butic

Ex: She found a beautiful dress at a boutique downtown and decided to splurge on it. 
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bric-a-brac
bric-a-brac
[substantiv]

small, decorative items or trinkets, often of little value individually but collectively creating a visually appealing display

mici obiecte decorative, mărunțișuri

mici obiecte decorative, mărunțișuri

Ex: The shelves in her living room were adorned with various bric-a-brac, including figurines, vases, and small sculptures. 
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brouhaha
brouhaha
[substantiv]

loud confused noise from many sources

zarvă,  gălăgie

zarvă, gălăgie

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camaraderie
camaraderie
[substantiv]

a feeling of mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together

camaraderie,  prietenie

camaraderie, prietenie

Ex: The camaraderie among the teammates made every practice enjoyable. 
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carte blanche
carte blanche
[substantiv]

complete freedom or unrestricted authority given to someone to act as they wish in a particular situation

carte blanche

carte blanche

Ex: The CEO gave her marketing team carte blanche to develop innovative strategies for the new product launch. 
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chateau
chateau
[substantiv]

a large country house or mansion, typically of French origin, often associated with luxury, grandeur, and historical significance

castel

castel

Ex: The grand chateau stood atop a hill, overlooking sprawling vineyards and offering breathtaking views of the countryside. 
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collage
collage
[substantiv]

the art of making pictures by sticking photographs, pieces of cloth or colored paper onto a surface

colaj, montaj

colaj, montaj

Ex: She created a vibrant collage of city scenes using magazine cutouts and acrylic paint. 
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concierge
concierge
[substantiv]

a hotel employee who assists guests by arranging services such as reservations, tours, tickets, or recommendations

concierge, recepționer

concierge, recepționer

Ex: The hotel concierge booked our city tour and theatre tickets. 
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connoisseur
connoisseur
[substantiv]

an individual who is an expert of art, food, music, etc. and can judge its quality

cunoscător, expert

cunoscător, expert

Ex: As a wine connoisseur, he could discern subtle nuances in aroma and flavor, effortlessly identifying the region and vintage of each bottle. 
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coup
coup
[substantiv]

a striking, successful, or clever achievement, often unexpected or impressive

mare succes, lovitură de maestru

mare succes, lovitură de maestru

Ex: Securing the contract was a major coup for the company. 
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coup d'etat
coup d'etat
[substantiv]

a sudden, violent seizure of governmental power by a small group

lovitură de stat

lovitură de stat

Ex: The coup d'état led to the ousting of the country's president and the establishment of military rule. 
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creme de menthe
creme de menthe
[substantiv]

a sweet alcoholic drink with mint flavor

cremă de mentă

cremă de mentă

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creme de cacao
creme de cacao
[substantiv]

a sweet alcoholic drink with chocolate flavor

cremă de cacao

cremă de cacao

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cul-de-sac
cul-de-sac
[substantiv]

a street with one closed end

fundătură, cul-de-sac

fundătură, cul-de-sac

Ex: They live at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, away from the busy main road. 
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debacle
debacle
[substantiv]

an absolute failure which leads to shame or disgrace

debacle,  fiasco

debacle, fiasco

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debut
debut
[substantiv]

the act of beginning something new

debut

debut

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debutante
debutante
[substantiv]

a woman who is making a public appearance for the first time, especially in movies or sports

debutantă, nou-venită

debutantă, nou-venită

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declasse
declasse
[adjectiv]

having lost social or cultural status, often implying a decline in class or prestige

declasat

declasat

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deja vu
deja vu
[substantiv]

the feeling that a current situation has happened before, even though it is new

déjà vu

déjà vu

Ex: He paused mid-conversation, struck by a sudden deja vu. 
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double entendre
double entendre
[substantiv]

a phrase or word that intentionally conveys two distinct meanings, usually with one sexual connotation

dublu sens, sugestie

dublu sens, sugestie

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echelon
echelon
[substantiv]

a level or rank in an organization, profession, or society, indicating a person's status or authority within that hierarchy

nivel, rang

nivel, rang

Ex: She worked hard for years to reach the upper echelons of the corporate world. 
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eclair
eclair
[substantiv]

an oval cake made with a light pastry, filled with cream or custard and topped with chocolate icing

ecler

ecler

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elite
elite
[substantiv]

a small group of people in a society who enjoy a lot of advantages because of their economic, intellectual, etc. superiority

elită

elită

Ex: The elite gathered at the exclusive club for their annual meeting. 
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emigre
emigre
[substantiv]

an individual who has left their native country to settle in another due to political reasons, war, or other upheavals

emigrant

emigrant

Ex: The writer, once an emigré from a totalitarian regime, found solace and freedom in their new country, where they could express themselves without fear of persecution. 
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ennui
ennui
[substantiv]

a feeling of being bored, tired, or dissatisfied because nothing interesting or exciting is happening

plictiseală

plictiseală

Ex: She sighed with ennui as she stared at the clock, waiting for the workday to end. 
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en route
en route
[adverb]

on a route to some place

pe drum

pe drum

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ensemble
ensemble
[substantiv]

a chorus or group of dancers in a ballet company

ansamblu, grup

ansamblu, grup

Ex: The ensemble performed beautifully in the corps de ballet. 
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entree
entree
[substantiv]

the main segment of a meal

fel principal, intrare

fel principal, intrare

Ex: For my entree, I chose the grilled salmon with a side of asparagus and roasted potatoes. 
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fait accompli
fait accompli
[substantiv]

*** This French expression refers to something that has been done and cannot be changed.

fapt împlinit

fapt împlinit

Ex: He used his savings to buy a motorbike and then presented his parents with a fait accompli. 
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faux pas
faux pas
[substantiv]

an extremely embarrassing and inappropriate comment or behavior in a particular social situation

gaffă

gaffă

Ex: He committed a faux pas by forgetting to introduce his guests at the party. 
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finale
finale
[substantiv]

the closing section of a musical composition

final

final

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finesse
finesse
[substantiv]

the act of dealing with a situation in a subtle and skillful way

finețe

finețe

Ex: She handled the negotiation with great finesse, ensuring both sides were satisfied. 
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gourmand
gourmand
[substantiv]

someone who takes great pleasure in food and dining, often with a discerning palate and a penchant for indulgence

gourmand,  gastronom

gourmand, gastronom

Ex: As a renowned gourmand, Sarah meticulously planned each meal, savoring every bite with delight. 
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gourmet
gourmet
[substantiv]

someone who enjoys and knows about food and wine very much

gourmet,  gastronom

gourmet, gastronom

Ex: She is a true gourmet who enjoys exploring new flavors and cuisines. 
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haute couture
haute couture
[substantiv]

the products of making highly fashionable and expensive clothing

haute couture

haute couture

Ex: The designer's latest haute couture collection dazzled the fashion world with its exquisite craftsmanship and innovative designs. 
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haute cuisine
haute cuisine
[substantiv]

fancy and carefully prepared food with beautiful presentation and top-notch ingredients

bucătărie de lux

bucătărie de lux

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hors d'oeuvre
hors d'oeuvre
[substantiv]

a small dish served before the main course as an appetizer

aperitiv

aperitiv

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je ne sais quoi
je ne sais quoi
[substantiv]

an intangible quality that makes someone or something attractive, appealing, or intriguing, but which is difficult to describe or define

ceva indefinibil

ceva indefinibil

Ex: Her smile had a certain je ne sais quoi that lit up the room. 
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laissez faire
laissez faire
[substantiv]

the doctrine that government should not interfere in commercial affairs

laissez-faire

laissez-faire

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maitre d'hotel
maitre d'hotel
[substantiv]

someone who is in charge of the waiters and waitresses of a restaurant

maitre d'hotel

maitre d'hotel

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malaise
malaise
[substantiv]

a feeling of being physically ill and irritated without knowing the reason

disconfort

disconfort

Ex: Claire's vague malaise of discomfort and unease prompted several visits to specialists. 
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Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras
[substantiv]

a carnival held on Shrove Tuesday in some countries, especially in New Orleans

Marți Grasă, Carnaval

Marți Grasă, Carnaval

Ex: The New Orleans Mardi Gras features elaborate floats and parades. 
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melange
melange
[substantiv]

a motley assortment of things

amestec

amestec

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melee
melee
[substantiv]

a fight that is noisy, confusing, and involves many people

o încăierare, o bătaie

o încăierare, o bătaie

Ex: The concert turned chaotic when a melee broke out among the crowd. 
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menage a trois
menage a trois
[substantiv]

household for three; an arrangement where a married couple and a lover of one of them live together while sharing sexual relations

ménage à trois

ménage à trois

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milieu
milieu
[substantiv]

the social or cultural setting or environment

mediu

mediu

Ex: Growing up in a tight-knit community, Sarah's milieu shaped her values and beliefs. 
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monsieur
monsieur
[substantiv]

used as a French courtesy title; equivalent to English `Mr'

domn

domn

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nom de plume
nom de plume
[substantiv]

an author's pseudonym

pseudonim

pseudonim

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nouveau-riche
nouveau-riche
[substantiv]

a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class

nou-veau-riche

nou-veau-riche

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nouvelle cuisine
nouvelle cuisine
[substantiv]

a French style of cooking known for its light, delicate dishes, fresh ingredients, and artistic presentation

bucătărie nouă

bucătărie nouă

Ex: The restaurant gained acclaim for its innovative take on nouvelle cuisine, drawing food enthusiasts from around the world. 
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passe
passe
[adjectiv]

outdated, or no longer in style

depășit,  demodat

depășit, demodat

Ex: Those baggy jeans are so passé; no one wears them anymore. 
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piece de resistance

the most important or impressive part of a series, event, or work

piesa de rezistență

piesa de rezistență

Ex: His novel’s pièce de résistance was the final chapter, which completely changed the narrative. 
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pied-a-terre
pied-a-terre
[substantiv]

a small secondary residence, typically located in a city or urban area, that is used as a temporary or occasional dwelling

reședință temporară

reședință temporară

Ex: The couple maintained a small pied-à-terre in the city, using it as a convenient base for weekend getaways. 
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poignant
poignant
[adjectiv]

causing strong emotions, especially sadness or empathy

emoționant, înduioșător

emoționant, înduioșător

Ex: The poignant story of the elderly couple's enduring love brought tears to everyone's eyes. 
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potpourri
potpourri
[substantiv]

a collection or mixture of miscellaneous items, often diverse in nature

potpurri, amestec

potpurri, amestec

Ex: The magazine's latest issue was a potpourri of articles covering topics ranging from politics to pop culture. 
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RSVP
RSVP
[substantiv]

a French phrase meaning "Please respond," used on invitations to request a reply about whether the person will attend an event or not

răspuns

răspuns

Ex: We received several RSVPs for the party already. 
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risque
risque
[adjectiv]

suggestive of sexual impropriety

indecent,  sugestiv

indecent, sugestiv

Ex: The comedian's risqué jokes caused both laughter and discomfort in the audience. 
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salon
salon
[substantiv]

a refined and often luxurious room in a private residence or establishment used for entertaining guests or hosting intellectual gatherings

salon, cameră de primire

salon, cameră de primire

Ex: The guests gathered in the salon for drinks before dinner. 
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savoir-faire
savoir-faire
[substantiv]

social skill

abilitate socială

abilitate socială

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tete-a-tete
tete-a-tete
[substantiv]

a private discussion, often between two people

tête-à-tête

tête-à-tête

Ex: After the meeting, the CEO and the investor had a brief tete-a-tete in the corner. 
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touche
touche
[interjecție]

used humorously to show that someone has made a good point in an argument or discussion

touché

touché

Ex: Your critique of my argument's weak points was sharp, touché. 
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tour de force
tour de force
[substantiv]

a brilliant or masterful performance that attracts a lot of attention or displays great skill

capodoperă

capodoperă

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trompe l'oeil
trompe l'oeil
[substantiv]

an art technique that deceives the eye by creating realistic optical illusions

trompe l'oeil

trompe l'oeil

Ex: He used trompe l'oeil to create the illusion of a door where none existed. 
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vis-a-vis
vis-a-vis
[prepoziție]

used to indicate a comparison or contrast between two things or people

față de

față de

Ex: She compared her performance vis-à-vis her colleagues. 
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voila
voila
[interjecție]

used to express the sudden appearance, revelation, or accomplishment of something

iată

iată

Ex: I just finished baking the cake, and voilà, here it is! 
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angst
angst
[substantiv]

an acute but unspecific feeling of anxiety; usually reserved for philosophical anxiety about the world or about personal freedom

angoasă, anxietate

angoasă, anxietate

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ersatz
ersatz
[substantiv]

an artificial or inferior substitute or imitation

ersatz, înlocuitor artificial

ersatz, înlocuitor artificial

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gesundheit
gesundheit
[interjecție]

*** used when somebody has sneezed to wish them good health

sănătate

sănătate

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kaput
kaput
[adjectiv]

destroyed or killed

caput, distrus

caput, distrus

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kindergarten
kindergarten
[substantiv]

a class or school that prepares four-year-old to six-year-old children for elementary school

grădiniță, clasa pregătitoare

grădiniță, clasa pregătitoare

Ex: Kindergarten is often a child's first formal introduction to a structured learning environment, where they begin to develop essential social and academic skills. 
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verboten
verboten
[adjectiv]

forbidden or prohibited, especially by authority or law

interzis, oprit

interzis, oprit

Ex: Smoking in the office is verboten according to company policy. 
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wunderkind
wunderkind
[substantiv]

a young person who achieves remarkable success

copil minune, tânăr talent

copil minune, tânăr talent

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Achilles' heel

a point of weakness or vulnerability

călcâiul lui Ahile, punct slab

călcâiul lui Ahile, punct slab

Ex: Poor communication was the team's Achilles' heel. 
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adonis
adonis
[substantiv]

a very good-looking or sexually appealing young man

adonis, tânăr frumos

adonis, tânăr frumos

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ambrosia
ambrosia
[substantiv]

a dessert typically made with fruits such as oranges and bananas, often mixed with shredded coconut and sometimes whipped cream

ambrozie, salată de fructe tropicale

ambrozie, salată de fructe tropicale

Ex: Grandma served a sweet ambrosia at the holiday dinner. 
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aphrodisiac
aphrodisiac
[adjectiv]

stimulating sexual desire

afrodisiac,  stimulent sexual

afrodisiac, stimulent sexual

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charisma
charisma
[substantiv]

a compelling charm or attractiveness that inspires devotion and enthusiasm in others

carismă, magnetism personal

carismă, magnetism personal

Ex: His charisma made him a popular leader among his peers. 
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colossal
colossal
[adjectiv]

extremely large in size or scale

colosal, gigantic

colosal, gigantic

Ex: The ancient ruins revealed the remains of a colossal structure that once stood as a testament to architectural marvels. 
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cosmos
cosmos
[substantiv]

the universe, particularly when it is thought of as a systematic whole

cosmos, univers

cosmos, univers

Ex: The study of the cosmos encompasses the exploration of galaxies, stars, and planets. 
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erotic
erotic
[adjectiv]

relating to or causing sexual arousal or excitement

erotic, senzual

erotic, senzual

Ex: The erotic novel featured explicit scenes of passion and desire. 
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eureka
eureka
[interjecție]

used to express sudden realization, discovery, or enlightenment

Evrica! Mi-am găsit cheile sub pernele canapelei!, Am găsit! Cheile mele erau sub pernele canapelei!

Evrica! Mi-am găsit cheile sub pernele canapelei!, Am găsit! Cheile mele erau sub pernele canapelei!

Ex: Eureka! I found my keys under the sofa cushions! 
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marathon
marathon
[substantiv]

a running race of 26 miles or 42 kilometers

maraton, cursă de maraton

maraton, cursă de maraton

Ex: She trained for months to run her first marathon. 
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mentor
mentor
[substantiv]

a reliable and experienced person who helps those with less experience

mentor, ghid

mentor, ghid

Ex: The aspiring artist found a mentor who provided valuable feedback and encouragement to help him develop his artistic skills. 
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narcissism
narcissism
[substantiv]

a psychological trait or personality disorder where someone is excessively self-centered and believes they are superior to others

narcisism, egocentrism

narcisism, egocentrism

Ex: Narcissism is a personality trait characterized by an exaggerated sense of self-importance and a constant need for admiration from others. 
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nectar
nectar
[substantiv]

the sweet juice from fruits, often undiluted and pure

nectar

nectar

Ex: At the farmers' market, they handed out samples of pure peach nectar that tasted like a slice of summer. 
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nemesis
nemesis
[substantiv]

a formidable opponent or persistent force that causes misery, defeat, or downfall

dușman înverșunat, nemesis

dușman înverșunat, nemesis

Ex: The detective finally captured his nemesis, a cunning criminal who had evaded him for years. 
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odyssey
odyssey
[substantiv]

a long wandering and eventful journey

odisee, călătorie lungă

odisee, călătorie lungă

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