Lyra
Lyra is the French name for the constellation Lyra.
Meaning: constellation (name)
Did you know?
- French poets, such as Victor Hugo, frequently used la lyre as a metaphor for the soul or divine inspiration, extending the meaning of the constellation beyond astronomy.
- In French, the constellation is often referred to as la Lyre, which refers to the musical instrument rather than using the Latinate name used in English.
- The brightest star in the constellation, Vega, is called Véga in French, but it is also historically referred to as l'étoile lyre in certain poetic texts to emphasize its connection to the instrument.
Examples in context
- Permettez-moi de vous présenter Mademoiselle Lyra.Allow me to introduce Miss Lyra.
- Voici Lilou, une amie à moi qui s'appelle Lyra.This is Lilou, a friend of mine named Lyra.
Example conversation
Gabriel and Chloé are looking at the night sky with a telescope.
- GabrielChloé, je pense avoir trouvé Lyra.Chloé, I think I found Lyra.
- ChloéOù est-ce qu'elle se trouve ?Where is it located?
- GabrielRegarde juste au-dessus de l'horizon.Look just above the horizon.
- ChloéAh oui, Lyra est magnifique !Oh yes, Lyra is magnificent!
