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    Bonhomie (en. Good nature)

    [bɔ.nɔ.mi]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Playful and good-natured character.
    His charming bonhomie makes him very liked by everyone.
    Sa bonhomie charmante le rend très apprécié de tous.
    Simplicity and openness in relationships.
    The bonhomie of his welcome put everyone at ease.
    La bonhomie de son accueil mettait tout le monde à l'aise.
    Jovial and friendly attitude.
    He approaches life with a contagious bonhomie.
    Il aborde la vie avec une bonhomie contagieuse.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'bonhomme', which evokes a simple and good-humored man.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have bonhomie
    To manifest a friendly and welcoming attitude.
    avoir de la bonhomie
    contagious bonhomie
    A joyful attitude that positively influences others.
    bonhomie contagieuse
    to show bonhomie
    To demonstrate a friendly and open attitude.
    faire preuve de bonhomie

    Related Words

    bonhomme
    A simple and often jovial man.
    bonhomme
    sincerity
    The quality of a person who expresses their feelings frankly.
    sincérité
    cordiality
    Warm and friendly attitude.
    cordialité

    Slang Meanings

    Natural and casual sympathy.
    He has a laid-back bonhomie that appeals to everyone.
    Il a une bonhomie à la cool qui plaît à tout le monde.
    A friendly attitude without pretense.
    He's the kind of guy you can talk to without any fuss; his bonhomie is delightful.
    C'est le genre de gars à qui tu peux parler sans chichis, sa bonhomie fait plaisir.