Bontés (en. Kindnesses)

/bɔ̃te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The quality of what is good, generous.
The kindness of man is often underestimated.
Les bontés de l'homme sont souvent sous-estimées.
Kind or benevolent actions or gestures.
She has shown many kindnesses towards the less fortunate.
Elle a fait preuve de nombreuses bontés envers les plus démunis.
The act of doing good towards others.
His kindnesses towards his friends never go unnoticed.
Ses bontés envers ses amis ne passent jamais inaperçues.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'bonitas', meaning goodness, quality of being good.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to show kindness
To act with generosity or benevolence.
faire des bontés
in all kindness
With all possible goodwill.
en toute bonté
the bounties of nature
The benefits offered by nature.
les bontés de la nature

Related Words

kindness
The quality of being good or benevolent.
bonté
charity
The action of doing good, helping others.
bienfaisance
altruism
Behavior that prioritizes the well-being of others.
altruisme

Slang Meanings

Excessive kindness.
He really has kindness for everyone, even for those who don't deserve it.
Il a vraiment des bontés pour tout le monde, même pour ceux qui ne le méritent pas.
Generous gestures in an informal situation.
She showed kindness by offering meals to the homeless.
Elle a fait preuve de bontés en offrant des repas aux sans-abri.