This is the 1063rd most frequent French word.
souffle
Breath or puff.
Here, 'souffle' refers to a gentle gust or breath, emphasizing the sensation of the wind moving gently.
Il sentit le souffle du vent sur son visage.
He felt the breath of the wind on his face.
In this sentence, 'souffle' denotes someone's breathing, highlighting how physical exertion affects respiratory depth.
Son souffle était court après avoir couru le marathon.
His breath was short after running the marathon.
Here, 'souffle' metaphorically represents innovation or revitalization, suggesting a figurative fresh approach or spirit in a field.