French word

réputer

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁepyte/

Meaning

  • verbregard ___ as

Example

On le répute courageux.

People regard him as brave.

Illustration for réputer (regard ___ as)

More examples

Les habitants réputent ce médecin compétent.

The residents consider this doctor competent.

Core concept

A person carries a public label, such as brave or skilled, assigned by common opinion.

Similar words

penser: To think that something is true as a personal opinion.
croire: To believe that something is true, with or without supporting evidence.
considérer: To regard something as fitting a particular view or standard.
juger: To conclude that something is true after assessing circumstances or evidence.

Definition in French

Réputer veut dire estimer ou tenir quelqu'un pour porteur d'une qualité, généralement sur la base de la réputation ou d'une opinion commune.

Word origin

French réputer derives from Latin reputare, formed from re- and putare, 'to consider or assess'.

Usage tips

  • Réputer is formal or literary, while everyday French more often uses être considéré comme or être réputé.

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