French Conversation · Level 80
60 words
French word
consolation
Pronunciation
IPA/kɔ̃solasjɔ̃/
Meaning
- feminine nouncomfort
Example
Après son accident, il a trouvé un peu de consolation auprès de ses amis.
After his accident, he found some comfort among his friends.
More examples
Sa réussite fut une consolation après tant d'efforts.
His success was a consolation after so much effort.
Core concept
A kind word or gesture that briefly lightens a troubled heart.
Common phrases
une consolation
a consolation
petite consolation
a small consolation
chercher consolation
seek consolation
Similar words
réconfort: A source of comfort that calms sadness or worry.
soutien: Practical or emotional support that gives strength in hardship.
encouragement: Supportive words or actions that renew hope and motivation.
sympathie: Understanding and shared feeling for another person's emotional state.
Definition in French
Objet, parole ou geste qui sert à réconforter quelqu'un et à offrir un soulagement moral temporaire.
Word origin
The French noun consolation comes from Latin consolatio, formed from consolari, which means to comfort.
Usage tips
- In trouver de la consolation auprès de quelqu'un, auprès de marks the person from whom comfort is received.