English–French
“modestly” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/modɛstəmɑ̃/
Example
Il parle modestement de ses réussites.
He speaks modestly about his achievements.
How to say “modestly” in French
“Modestly” in French is modestement.
Quiet, restrained conduct that avoids drawing attention appears in speech, dress, or other actions.
Example sentences with modestement
Elle a accepté le compliment et a répondu modestement.
She accepted the compliment and responded modestly.
Tips for using modestement
- Modestement can describe an entire manner of acting, as in s'habiller modestement, rather than only a speaker's words.