French word

rapprochement

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁapʁɔʃəmɑ̃/

Meaning

  • masculine nounreconciliation

Example

Nous espérons un rapprochement entre les équipes.

We hope for reconciliation between the teams.

Illustration for rapprochement (reconciliation)

More examples

Après une dispute, un rapprochement entre amis est possible.

After an argument, improved relations between friends are possible.

Core concept

A gap between two sides narrowing until they can work together more peacefully.

Common phrases

  • rapprochement entre amis

    improved relations between friends

  • rapprochement entre collègues

    improved relations between colleagues

Similar words

entente: A good relationship maintained through mutual understanding and cooperation.
réconciliation: The restoration of a relationship after conflict or estrangement.
accord: Agreement reached on differing opinions, terms, or conditions.

Definition in French

Désigne le fait de réduire la distance ou le conflit entre deux personnes, groupes ou États afin d'améliorer leurs relations.

Word origin

Rapprochement is formed from the verb rapprocher, itself built with re- and approcher, plus the noun-forming suffix -ment.

Usage tips

  • Rapprochement is masculine, so the standard form is un rapprochement, and its final t is silent.

Other meanings

  • approachnoun

Opposites

Related words

  • rapprocherbring closerverb
  • rapprochéclosely connectedadjective

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