French Conversation · Level 59
74 words
French word
accomplissement
Pronunciation
IPA/akɔ̃plisəmɑ̃/
Meaning
- masculine nounachievement
Example
C'est un accomplissement important pour toi.
This is an important achievement for you.
More examples
Il voit cet accomplissement comme personnel.
He sees this achievement as personal.
Core concept
A milestone at the end of sustained effort, valued both for what it produces and for how it feels.
Common phrases
un accomplissement personnel
a personal achievement
un accomplissement professionnel
a professional achievement
fêter un accomplissement
celebrate an achievement
Similar words
réussite: Success in an action or attempt that produces the desired result.
réalisation: Turning an idea or plan into reality and successfully carrying it out.
aboutissement: Reaching the final stage of a process or undertaking and producing a result.
Definition in French
Désigne le résultat obtenu après avoir mené à bien une tâche, un projet ou un objectif, ainsi que l'état de satisfaction qui peut en découler.
Word origin
French formed accomplissement from accomplir and -ment, with accomplir inherited through Old French from Latin ad- and complēre, 'to fill' or 'complete'.
Usage tips
- Accomplissement is more formal and substantial than réussite, and often describes a long-term goal or personal fulfillment.