French Conversation · Level 39
74 words
French word
grandeur
Pronunciation
IPA/gʁɑ̃dœʁ/
Meaning
- feminine noungreatness
Example
La grandeur de son geste a touché tout le monde.
The greatness of his gesture touched everyone.
More examples
On admire la grandeur de la ville la nuit.
People admire the greatness of the city at night.
Core concept
An elevated quality that makes a person, action, or achievement seem worthy of deep respect.
Common phrases
la grandeur de
the greatness of ___
la grandeur de la ville
the greatness of the city
la grandeur d'un bâtiment
the greatness of a building
Similar words
dignité: A calm, self-respecting manner that conveys quiet worth.
prestige: A powerful public impression created by social standing and reputation.
Definition in French
Qualité d'une personne ou d'une action qui inspire l'admiration par sa valeur morale, son mérite ou sa noblesse.
Word origin
Grandeur is derived from grand with the French noun-forming suffix -eur, and grand traces back to Latin grandis through Old French.
Usage tips
- Grandeur is a formal, elevated word that fits literary, public, or ceremonial praise better than casual conversation.