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paean in French

paean in French is péan, paean — paean means a chant or song, especially a hymn of thanksgiving for deliverance or victory, to Apollo or sometimes another god or goddess; hence any song sung to solicit victory in battle.

paean in French

péan
noun
(by extension) Any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph.
paean
noun
(by extension) Any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph.

What does "paean" mean?

  1. noun A chant or song, especially a hymn of thanksgiving for deliverance or victory, to Apollo or sometimes another god or goddess; hence any song sung to solicit victory in battle.
  2. noun Any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph.
  3. noun An enthusiastic expression of praise.
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What is "paean" in French?

"paean" in French is péan, paean. paean means: A chant or song, especially a hymn of thanksgiving for deliverance or victory, to Apollo or sometimes another god or goddess; hence any song sung to solicit victory in battle.

Are there other ways to say "paean" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "paean": péan, paean.

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