respirer
/ʁɛs.pi.ʁe/
1.
verbInf1st
to breathe
to inhale
Ouvre la fenêtre, j'ai besoin de respirer un peu.
Open the window, I need to breathe a bit.
2.
verbInf1st
to relax
to get some breathing room
to catch one's breath
Enfin les vacances, on va pouvoir respirer.
Finally the holidays — we'll be able to relax / have some breathing room.
3.
verbInf1st
to exude
to give off (an atmosphere or impression)
Ce quartier respire la tranquillité.
This neighborhood exudes tranquility.
