French Conversation · Level 83
60 words
French word
respectueux
Pronunciation
IPA/ʁɛspɛktɥø/
Meaning
- adjectiverespectful
Example
Il est toujours respectueux envers ses collègues.
He is always respectful toward his colleagues.
More examples
Son langage était toujours respectueux.
His language was always respectful.
Core concept
A careful stance that gives people, institutions, and things their due.
Common phrases
comportement respectueux
respectful behavior
être respectueux envers
be respectful toward ___
un geste respectueux
a respectful gesture
Similar words
poli: Polite and well-mannered in social behavior.
courtois: Courteous and proper in manners.
attentionné: Showing thoughtful care and consideration for others.
gentil: Kind and caring toward others.
Definition in French
Qui témoigne du respect envers une personne, une institution ou une chose par son comportement, ses paroles ou ses gestes.
Word origin
The adjective respectueux combines French respect with the productive suffix -ueux, and respect ultimately derives from Latin respectus.
Usage tips
- Respectueux emphasizes conduct shaped by regard for others, whereas poli more directly describes conventional courtesy.