/mɛʁ.vɛ.jø/
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Translation
wonderful, marvellous
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Word origin
From merveille ('marvel'), from Latin mirabilia ('wonderful things'), the neuter plural of mirabilis, from mirari ('to wonder at'). The same mirari root gives English marvel, miracle and admire.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- mirabilia
- English cognates
- marvel, miracle, admire
Grammar
Examples
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We had a wonderful evening at their place.
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What a marvellous view from this window!
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She has a wonderful voice when she sings.
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We had a wonderful weekend in the countryside.
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What a wonderful surprise to see you here!
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 11, lesson 8: merveilleux, bord, debout and 7 more words.