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    Béni (en. Blessed)

    /be.ɲi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to someone or something favored by a higher power.
    He considers himself a blessed man.
    Il se considère comme un homme béni.
    Refers to a moment or period that is happy.
    It was a blessed summer, full of joy.
    C'était un été béni, plein de joie.
    Qualifies a person who is in a state of grace or accepted by God.
    The blessed of heaven are those who have faith.
    Les bénis du ciel sont ceux qui ont foi.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'benedictus', which means 'well said'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be blessed by the gods
    To be lucky or favored.
    être béni des dieux
    a blessed gift
    A precious and highly regarded gift.
    un don béni
    to bless the belly
    To express great satisfaction regarding a good financial situation.
    bénir le ventre

    Related Words

    blessing
    The act of blessing, a prayer for protection or prosperity.
    bénédiction
    blessed (past participle)
    Past participle of to bless, also used as an adjective.
    bénit
    beatitude
    State of supreme happiness.
    béatitude

    Slang Meanings

    A type of unexpected luck.
    That victory was truly a stroke of luck, I feel blessed today.
    Cette victoire était vraiment un coup de chance, je me sens béni aujourd'hui.
    State of fullness, feeling happy.
    After this festive day, I feel blessed.
    Après cette journée de fête, je me sens béni.