Affectueusement (en. Affectionately)

/afɛktyjœzəmɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
Indicating a certain tenderness or affection towards someone.
She affectionately called him by his nickname.
Elle l'a appelé affectueusement par son surnom.
Used to express affection in interactions.
He affectionately told her that he loved her.
Il lui a dit affectueusement qu'il l'aimait.
In a way that shows warm feelings.
They greeted each other affectionately.
Ils se sont salués affectueusement.

Etymology

From Latin 'affectuosus', meaning 'full of affection'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

affectionately yours
expression of affection at the end of a letter.
affectueusement vôtre
to speak to each other affectionately
to exchange sweet and affectionate words.
se parler affectueusement

Related Words

affection
Feeling of attachment or love.
affection
tenderness
Sweetness of a feeling or attitude.
tendresse
friendship
Affectionate relationship between friends.
amitié

Slang Meanings

A way of speaking warmly.
We say affectionate things to each other, like 'my darling'.
On se dit des choses affectueusement, comme 'mon chéri'.
Can refer to cozy or intimate terms in casual conversation.
They affectionately call each other pet names.
Ils s'appellent affectueusement des petits noms.