Chevaliers (en. Knights)

/ʃə.va.lje/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Member of an order of chivalry or mounted warrior from the Middle Ages.

The knights fought to defend their lord.

Les chevaliers combattaient pour défendre leur seigneur.

A person who shows courtesy and bravery.

He is a true knight in his manners.

Il est un véritable chevalier dans ses manières.

Honorary title granted to certain individuals.

He was knighted for his services to the nation.

Il a été fait chevalier pour ses services à la nation.

The word 'knight' comes from the Latin 'caballarius', meaning 'horseman'.

gentleman-in-waiting

A person willing to serve with devotion and loyalty.

chevalier servant

knight of the round table

A member of the legendary noble knights of King Arthur.

chevalier de la table ronde

white knight

A person who defends the weak with bravery.

chevalier blanc

knight of the sky

An airplane pilot recognized for his qualities.

chevalier du ciel

chivalry

The set of values and behaviors associated with knights.

chevalerie

horseman

A person who rides a horse, often used more generally.

cavalier

noble

A person who has titles or hereditary distinctions.

noble

A kind and respectful man.

This guy is really a knight; he always helps others.

Ce type est vraiment un chevalier, il aide toujours les autres.

A guy who tries to impress a woman with polite manners.

He behaves like a knight to win her heart.

Il se comporte comme un chevalier pour gagner son cœur.