French Conversation · Level 121
59 words
French word
solennel
Pronunciation
IPA/solanɛl/
Meaning
- adjectivesolemn
Example
La cérémonie était solennelle et tout le monde restait silencieux.
The ceremony was solemn, and everyone remained silent.
More examples
Sa voix solennelle a retenu l'attention de tous.
His solemn voice captured everyone's attention.
Core concept
A public moment marked by formal gravity, respectful silence, and a carefully ordered atmosphere.
Common phrases
voix solennelle
solemn voice
attitude solennelle
solemn attitude
Similar words
formel: Following established rules of etiquette and form, with a carefully structured manner.
sérieux: Showing a serious attitude or expression and treating matters without levity.
officiel: Recognized by public authority or formally announced.
Definition in French
Qui exprime une solennité ou une formalité adaptée aux cérémonies, aux discours officiels et aux moments qui imposent le respect.
Word origin
Solennel comes through Old French solenel from Latin sollemnis, an adjective associated with established religious rites and later with formal occasions.
Usage tips
- Solennel is an adjective: the singular forms are solennel for masculine nouns and solennelle for feminine nouns.
Other meanings
- statelyadjective
- formaladjective
Opposites
- légerlightadjective
Related words
- solennitésolemnitynoun