French word

aise

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛz/

Meaning

  • feminine nounease

Example

Il est à l'aise.

He is at ease.

Illustration for aise (ease)

More examples

Elle se sent à l'aise parmi ses amis.

She feels at ease among her friends.

Core concept

A calm person has enough inner room to act naturally and let words come freely.

Common phrases

  • être à l'aise

    be at ease

  • se sentir à l'aise

    feel at ease

  • mettre quelqu'un à l'aise

    put someone at ease

Similar words

aisance: A natural, relaxed manner or ability without tension.
assurance: A calm confidence in one's ability to act.
sérénité: A peaceful state of quiet emotional calm.
confort: A physically relaxed state without discomfort.

Definition in French

État de confort qui permet d'agir ou de parler librement, sans contrainte.

Word origin

The French noun aise was inherited from Old French aise and is linked to Latin adjacens, meaning nearby or accessible.

Usage tips

  • Aise is not the same as the adjective aisé, which can mean wealthy, comfortable, or easy depending on context.

Other meanings

  • comfortnoun

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