Consolateur (en. Comforter)

/kɔ̃.sɔ.la.tœʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
One who consoles, who comforts.
She is a true comforter for her friends in tough times.
Elle est un vrai consolateur pour ses amis dans les moments difficiles.
An emotional support in times of grief.
He acts as a comforter for those who are suffering.
Il agit comme un consolateur pour ceux qui souffrent.
A person who offers soothing words.
He behaved as a comforter during the funeral.
Il s'est comporté en consolateur lors des funérailles.

Etymology

From the Latin 'consolator', meaning 'one who consoles'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be a comforter
to act as a source of comfort for someone.
être un consolateur
comforter of the heart
one who eases emotional pain.
consolateur de cœur
to seek a comforter
to seek someone for moral support.
chercher un consolateur

Related Words

consolation
The act of consoling, comforting.
consolation
comfort
Moral or emotional support.
réconfort
soothing
State of calmness or tranquility.
apaisement

Slang Meanings

A friend who listens to others' problems.
He is truly a good comforter, always ready to hear my worries.
Il est vraiment un bon consolateur, toujours prêt à entendre mes soucis.
Someone who alleviates the pain of others.
With her humor, she is a true comforter in difficult times.
Avec son humour, elle est un vrai consolateur en période difficile.