French Conversation · Level 104
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French word
intimement
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛ̃timəmɑ̃/
Meaning
- adverbclosely
Example
Ce sujet est intimement lié à la politique.
This subject is closely linked to politics.
More examples
Je connais intimement cet auteur.
I know this author intimately.
Core concept
A connection rooted beneath the surface, linking things closely or involving someone deeply.
Common phrases
connaître intimement quelqu'un
know someone intimately
partager intimement ses sentiments
share one's feelings intimately
Similar words
fortement: With great strength or a strong effect.
étroitement: In a way that reflects an exceptionally close bond.
profondément: To a depth that reaches the underlying or inner level.
Definition in French
Signifie « profondément » ou « de façon intime », employé pour montrer une forte connexion ou une implication personnelle.
Word origin
French intimement derives from the adjective intime with the adverbial suffix -ment, while intime ultimately comes from Latin intimus, meaning deepest or innermost.
Usage tips
- In intimement lié à, the preposition à belongs to the fixed construction, and the adverb can describe strong connections without suggesting sexual intimacy.