French word

bravo

Pronunciation

IPA/bʁavo/

Meaning

  • interjectionwell done

Example

On a tous dit bravo à la fin du spectacle.

We all said 'Well done!' at the end of the show.

Illustration for bravo (well done)

More examples

Les supporters ont scandé bravo après le but.

The supporters chanted "bravo" after the goal.

Core concept

A brief public cry that marks approval after someone performs well or succeeds.

Common phrases

  • dire bravo à quelqu'un

    say "bravo" to someone

  • s'exclamer bravo

    exclaim "bravo"

  • entendre des bravo

    hear cries of "bravo"

Similar words

bien joué: A brief, informal compliment for a successful action or play.
félicitations: Words expressing congratulations on an achievement or special occasion.

Definition in French

S'emploie pour féliciter ou encourager de façon concise, souvent employée par un public ou des amis après une performance ou un petit succès.

Word origin

French borrowed the interjection from Italian bravo, originally an adjective meaning skilled or brave, and adopted it as a fixed cry of approval.

Usage tips

  • As an interjection, bravo is invariable in French and does not change for gender or number.

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