French word

tolérance

Pronunciation

IPA/toleʁɑ̃s/

Meaning

  • feminine nountolerance

Example

Il faut de la tolérance entre collègues.

Colleagues need tolerance toward one another.

Illustration for tolérance (tolerance)

More examples

Il a fait preuve de tolérance quand j'ai commis une erreur.

He showed tolerance when I made a mistake.

Core concept

A flexible cushion absorbs pressure from opposing views or unpleasant situations without striking back.

Common phrases

  • faire preuve de tolérance

    show tolerance

  • manquer de tolérance

    lack tolerance

  • tolérance envers autrui

    tolerance toward others

Similar words

compréhension: An effort to understand another person's feelings or point of view.
indulgence: A tendency to forgive mistakes without harsh criticism.
respect: An attitude of treating other people's opinions and rights with care.
patience: The ability to wait calmly or endure difficulties without rushing.

Definition in French

Disposition ou capacité à accepter des différences, des critiques ou des désagréments sans réagir de façon hostile.

Word origin

French tolérance is formed from Latin tolerantia, a noun related to tolerare, meaning to bear or endure.

Usage tips

  • Tolérer can suggest merely putting up with something, whereas tolérance can describe a more positive openness depending on context.

Other meanings

  • acceptancenoun

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