Braves (en. Brave)
/bʁav/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Individuals who show courage in the face of difficulties.
Braves always fought for their convictions.
Les braves ont toujours combattu pour leurs convictions.
Heroes or admirable people.
In tales, the brave always triumph over evil.
Dans les contes, les braves triomphent toujours du mal.
Those who are not afraid of dangers.
She is a brave, never hesitating to help others.
Elle est une brave, n'hésitant jamais à aider les autres.
Etymology
From Old French 'brave' meaning bold or courageous.
Common Phrases and Expressions
good people
People of good character, often courageous.
braves gens
to have brave ones
To have courageous people around oneself.
avoir des braves
the brave and the cowards
An expression to compare the brave to the fearful.
les braves et les lâches
Related Words
bravery
Quality of a courageous person.
bravoure
bravely
In a brave manner, with courage.
bravement
to brave
To confront something with courage.
braver
Slang Meanings
A person who demonstrates courage in difficult situations.
This guy is really a brave, he went to get his friend in the storm.
Ce gars est vraiment un brave, il est allé chercher son ami dans la tempête.
Refers to a person who defies risks.
She has incredible bravery, she has never been afraid to say what she thinks.
Elle est d'une bravitude incroyable, elle n'a jamais eu peur de dire ce qu'elle pense.