Accueilli (en. Welcomed)

/a.kœ.ji/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Someone who has been received with kindness.
The guests were welcomed by a warm reception.
Les invités ont été accueillis par une chaleureuse réception.
The state of a person who has found refuge or support.
He felt welcomed in his new community.
Il se sentait accueilli dans sa nouvelle communauté.

Etymology

From the verb accueillir, originating from the Latin 'accolligere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

welcomed with open arms
Warmly and unreservedly accepted.
accueilli à bras ouverts
to be well received
To feel well received in a place or by people.
être bien accueilli

Related Words

to welcome
Verb meaning to receive someone or something with kindness.
accueillir
reception
Noun designating the action of receiving or the place where one receives.
accueil

Slang Meanings

To welcome informally or in a friendly manner.
He welcomed his friends unexpectedly, as usual.
Il a accueilli ses amis à l'improviste, comme d'habitude.
To make a good impression from the first contact.
The hotel was great with a welcoming service.
L'hôtel était super avec un service accueillant.