Bénis (en. Blessed)
/be.ni/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Who is sanctified or favored by a divine blessing.
Children are often considered blessed beings.
Les enfants sont souvent considérés comme des êtres bénis.
Who enjoys great luck or great fortune.
He has a job blessed by success.
Il a un travail béni par le succès.
Etymology
From the verb 'to bless', from the Latin 'benedicere' which means 'to speak well of'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be blessed by the gods
To be very lucky or to benefit from a great favor.
être béni des dieux
a blessed journey
A life path that unfolds without obstacles.
un parcours béni
blessed well-being
A state of contentment and happiness.
bien-être béni
Related Words
blessing
Act of blessing, conferring benefits.
bénédiction
to bless
To grant a blessing.
bénir
benign
Safe, harmless.
bénin
Slang Meanings
To be very lucky in a situation.
He won the lottery; he is truly blessed!
Il a gagné à la loterie, il est vraiment béni !
To have luck in love.
She is so blessed with her fabulous partner.
Elle est tellement béni avec son partenaire fabuleux.