French Conversation · Level 91
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French word
vigueur
Pronunciation
IPA/vigœʁ/
Meaning
- feminine nounenergy
Example
Il travaille avec beaucoup de vigueur.
He works with a lot of energy.
More examples
Après l'accident, il a retrouvé sa vigueur.
After the accident, he regained his vigor.
Core concept
A steady reserve of force that keeps an effort powerful over time.
Common phrases
plein de vigueur
full of vigor
garder sa vigueur
maintain one's vigor
mettre en vigueur
put into effect
Similar words
énergie: Physical or mental energy that drives activity.
enthousiasme: Strong and growing eagerness to do something.
entrain: Lively spirit and energy expressed through action.
zèle: Careful and energetic devotion to carrying out a task.
Definition in French
Énergie soutenue du corps ou de l'esprit qui permet d'agir avec force et durée.
Word origin
French vigueur developed from Latin vigor through Old French while retaining the older sense of lively strength.
Usage tips
- Avec vigueur describes energetic action, while en vigueur means that a law or rule is in force.