Aises (en. Comfortable)

/ɛz/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
State of being at ease, feeling good.
After a long day at work, she finally felt at ease at home.
Après une longue journée de travail, elle se sentait enfin à l'aise chez elle.
Ease in an activity.
He plays the piano with great ease.
Il joue du piano avec une grande aisance.

Etymology

From the Latin 'facilis', meaning easy.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be at ease
To feel comfortable or relaxed in a situation.
être à l'aise
to make someone feel at ease
To ensure that someone feels comfortable.
mettre quelqu'un à l'aise

Related Words

ease
Ease or comfort in a situation.
aisance
ease
Ability to do something without effort.
facilité
rest
State of relaxation.
repos

Slang Meanings

To be relaxed and stress-free.
He is always at ease before an exam.
Il est toujours à l'aise avant un examen.
To have self-confidence.
She is very at ease when speaking in public.
Elle est très à l'aise quand elle parle en public.