Admire (en. Admire)
[adˈmɪr]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To feel respect or admiration for someone or something.
I admire her determination in the face of challenges.
J'admire sa détermination face aux défis.
To look at with wonder or appreciation.
Visitors admire the artworks at the museum.
Les visiteurs admirent les œuvres d'art au musée.
To praise or congratulate.
We admire her exceptional talent.
Nous admirons son talent exceptionnel.
Etymology
From the Latin 'admirari', meaning 'to look at with wonder'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
admire someone for something
To have admiration for a specific quality or action of someone.
admire quelqu'un pour quelque chose
to be admiring
To show a visible admiration or respect.
être admiratif
I admire your courage
To express admiration for someone's courage.
j'admire ton courage
Related Words
admiration
Feeling of great esteem or respect for someone or something.
admiration
admiring
Which expresses a form of admiration.
admiring
admirable
Worthy of admiration.
admirable
admirez
Conjugated form of the verb admire in the second person plural.
admirez
Slang Meanings
To dig
I dig her style, it's amazing.
Je kiffe son style, c'est incroyable.
To be a fan
I'm a fan of her work.
Je suis fan de son travail.