French Conversation · Level 121
59 words
French word
chérir
Pronunciation
IPA/ʃeʁiʁ/
Meaning
- verbcherish
Example
Je chéris nos souvenirs.
I cherish our memories.
More examples
Je chéris chaque instant passé avec toi.
I cherish every moment spent with you.
Core concept
Someone or something treated as precious through lasting affection and attentive care.
Common phrases
chérir un souvenir
cherish a memory
chérir quelqu'un
cherish someone
chérir chaque instant
cherish every moment
Similar words
aimer: To regard a person or thing with affection and care.
adorer: To love someone or something with great enthusiasm.
apprécier: To understand and acknowledge the value or merits of something.
garder: To retain something or a memory for safekeeping.
Definition in French
Accorder une grande affection et une haute considération à quelqu'un ou à quelque chose, en le traitant comme précieux et en prenant soin de lui.
Word origin
Chérir is an inherited verb from Old French cherir, built on the same historical source as cher and ultimately Latin carus, 'dear'.
Usage tips
- For people, chérir is stronger and more literary than everyday aimer, while chérir un souvenir is also natural.