French Conversation · Level 4
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French word
triomphant
Pronunciation
IPA/tʁijɔ̃fɑ̃/
Meaning
- adjectivetriumphant
Example
Elle est triomphante après son examen.
She is triumphant after her exam.
More examples
Il affiche un sourire triomphant après avoir gagné la partie.
He displays a triumphant smile after winning the game.
Core concept
A person standing proudly after success, showing both victory and visible self-satisfaction.
Common phrases
un sourire triomphant
a triumphant smile
un air triomphant
a triumphant air
un regard triomphant
a triumphant gaze
Similar words
fier: Proud of oneself or of people or things associated with oneself.
content: Temporarily pleased because a wish has come true.
heureux: Experiencing happiness, joy, and inner fulfillment.
satisfait: Satisfied because needs or expectations have been met.
Definition in French
Qui montre la joie et l'orgueil d'avoir remporté une victoire ou d'avoir réussi quelque chose.
Word origin
French triomphant is formed from triompher with the ending -ant, ultimately reflecting Latin triumphans, the present participle of triumphare.
Usage tips
- Triomphant often suggests conspicuous or boastful pride, so it is stronger than the neutral French words "heureux" or "content".