Bergers (en. Shepherds)

/bɛʁʒe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

One who takes care of sheep, leading them to graze.

Shepherds watch over their flocks on the slopes of the hills.

Les bergers surveillent leurs troupeaux sur les pentes des collines.

Term used to refer to people who are at the head of a group, often in a spiritual context.

The pastor is considered a shepherd for his community.

Le pasteur est considéré comme un berger pour sa communauté.

A person responsible for leading and protecting a group, similar to a leader.

The shepherds of the movement seek to guide the youth toward a better future.

Les bergers du mouvement cherchent à guider les jeunes vers un avenir meilleur.

From the Old French 'bergiers', derived from the word 'berge', related to the tending of sheep.

shepherd at heart

A person who has a strong sense of responsibility for others.

berger à l'âme

the shepherd and his sheep

A metaphor to describe a trusting relationship between a leader and their group.

le berger et ses moutons

grazing

Land where animals can graze.

pâturage

sheep

Domestic animal raised for its wool and meat.

mouton

sheepfold

Building or shelter for sheep.

bergerie

A naïve or easily manipulable person.

Don't be a shepherd, don't let others lead you.

Ne sois pas un berger, ne laisse pas les autres te diriger.

Referring to a person who is always there for others, even at their own expense.

He is like a shepherd, always ready to help his friends.

Il est comme un berger, toujours prêt à aider ses amis.