voeu

wish

noun vuh Less Common

Also means

vow

Usage Note

Voeu (also spelled vœu) is used in set phrases like meilleurs voeux ('best wishes') sent at New Year and faire un voeu ('to make a wish'). The plural vœux is the standard spelling with the ligature. In religious contexts it refers to solemn vows taken by clergy.

Examples

"Elle a fait un voeu en soufflant les bougies."

Natural Translation

She made a wish blowing out the candles.

Literal Translation

She made a wish blowing the candles.

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