French Conversation · Level 2
83 words
French word
humiliation
Pronunciation
IPA/ymiljasjɔ̃/
Meaning
- feminine nounhumiliation
Example
Je n'oublierai jamais cette humiliation.
I will never forget this humiliation.
More examples
Il a dû subir une humiliation devant tout le monde.
He had to suffer humiliation in front of everyone.
Core concept
A person is made to feel lowered in dignity and social worth by degrading treatment.
Common phrases
subir une humiliation
suffer humiliation
une humiliation publique
public humiliation
être victime d'une humiliation
be the victim of humiliation
Similar words
honte: A feeling of shame about one's own actions or circumstances.
insulte: Words or actions that deeply hurt another person's feelings.
embarras: A sudden feeling of awkwardness or confusion.
Definition in French
Sentiment provoqué par une action qui dégrade la dignité d'une personne, faisant ressentir une perte de valeur sociale.
Word origin
From Latin humilis, meaning "low," via humiliare, meaning "to lower or humble," French humiliation came to name the resulting degradation.
Usage tips
- Honte usually describes shame felt about oneself, whereas humiliation emphasizes degrading treatment or a loss of dignity.