French Conversation · Level 118
59 words
French word
rayonnement
Pronunciation
IPA/ʁɛjɔnəmɑ̃/
Meaning
- masculine nouninfluence
Example
Son rayonnement dépasse les frontières.
His influence extends beyond borders.
More examples
Le rayonnement culturel de la ville attire des visiteurs.
The city's cultural influence attracts visitors.
Core concept
A source radiating influence outward until it reaches people and places beyond its original circle.
Common phrases
rayonnement culturel
cultural influence
rayonnement artistique
artistic influence
rayonnement international
international influence
Similar words
influence: The power or effect that a person or event has on others.
portée: The extent to which an action or idea reaches people or places.
Definition in French
Effet ou prestige qu'une personne, une institution ou une idée exerce et qui se propage au-delà de son milieu initial.
Word origin
Rayonnement derives from rayon, ultimately from Latin radius, with the suffix -ement; its meaning developed from emitted light to influence or prestige that spreads outward.
Usage tips
- Rayonnement is masculine, so standard forms include le rayonnement and un rayonnement.