Chaudement (en. Warmly)

/ʃodəmɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
Indicates a warm or intense manner.
They were warmly welcomed by the audience.
Ils ont été accueillis chaudement par le public.
Expresses intense support or affection.
She warmly supported her friend during his presentation.
Elle a soutenu son ami chaudement lors de sa présentation.
Designates an enthusiastic reaction.
The film was warmly applauded at the end.
Le film a été chaudement applaudi à la fin.

Etymology

Derived from 'chaud' with the suffix '-ement' indicating manner.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to welcome warmly
To receive someone with a lot of enthusiasm.
accueillir chaudement
to react warmly
To respond with a lot of energy or emotion.
réagir chaudement
to defend warmly
To support someone or something with passion.
défendre chaudement

Related Words

warm
Having a high temperature.
chaud
warmth
State of being warm or a strong emotion.
chaleur
warm-hearted
That expresses or evokes warmth.
chaleureux

Slang Meanings

To be very engaged or involved in a situation.
He came warmly to the meeting to defend his point of view.
Il est venu chaudement à la réunion pour défendre son point de vue.
To have a strong reaction or emotion.
She took the criticisms she received very warmly.
Elle a pris chaudement les critiques qu'elle a reçues.