French word

authentique

Pronunciation

IPA/otɑ̃tik/

Meaning

  • adjectivegenuine

Example

Ce sac est authentique.

This bag is genuine.

Illustration for authentique (genuine)

More examples

Ce plat a un goût authentique.

This dish has an authentic taste.

Core concept

A supposedly original object or an unfeigned person that matches the reality behind its claim.

Common phrases

  • produit authentique

    authentic product

  • document authentique

    authentic document

  • objet authentique

    authentic object

Similar words

vrai: Matching the facts or evidence and shown to be true.
véritable: Genuinely real in substance, not merely in appearance.
franc: Open and direct in expressing opinions or feelings.

Definition in French

Qui est conforme à ce qu'il prétend être, ayant une origine ou une valeur réelle et digne de confiance.

Word origin

The adjective developed in French from Latin authenticus, borrowed from Greek authentikos and related to authentēs, an original agent.

Usage tips

  • For a person, authentique can describe sincerity as well as reliable identity, whereas for an object it usually concerns origin or genuineness.

Other meanings

  • authenticadjective

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