Bravoure (en. Bravery)

/bʁav.uʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The character of a person who shows courage and determination.
His bravery during the fire was praised by all.
Sa bravoure lors de l'incendie a été saluée par tous.
An act of bravery, a demonstration of courage.
He received a medal for his act of bravery.
Il a reçu une médaille pour son acte de bravoure.
The quality of a strong character.
Bravery is essential in times of crisis.
La bravoure est essentielle dans des moments de crise.

Etymology

From the Latin 'bravura', meaning 'courage' or 'boldness'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to show bravery
To show courage in a difficult situation.
faire preuve de bravoure
exemplary bravery
Courage that deserves to be recognized as a model.
bravoure exemplaire
to celebrate bravery
To acknowledge and honor someone's courage.
célébrer la bravoure

Related Words

brave
A person who shows courage.
brave
bold
Someone who has courage and takes risks.
audacieux
heroic
Who displays exceptional bravery.
héroïque

Slang Meanings

To have guts
He really has guts to have dared to oppose him.
Il a vraiment du cran d'avoir osé s'opposer à lui.
To be gutsy
It's gutsy to dare to speak like that in public.
C'est gonflé d'oser parler comme ça en public.
To have balls
To do this job, you really have to have balls.
Pour faire ce métier, il faut vraiment avoir des couilles.