Cordiale (en. Cordial)

/kɔʁ.djal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Showing great friendship and warm sympathy.
She gave a cordial welcome to her guests.
Elle a réservé un accueil cordiale à ses invités.
Sweet, pleasant, friendly.
The tone of her voice was cordial.
Le ton de sa voix était cordiale.

Etymology

From the Latin 'cordialis', which refers to the heart.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to give a cordial welcome
To welcome someone with warmth and friendship.
faire un accueil cordiale
to have a cordial attitude
To show cordiality in one's interactions.
avoir une attitude cordiale

Related Words

cordially
In a cordial manner, with friendship.
cordialement
cordiality
The quality of being cordial.
cordialité

Slang Meanings

Nice in an informal way.
He's a really cordial guy.
C'est un gars vraiment cordiale.
Welcoming and relaxed.
The atmosphere at the party was super cordial.
L'ambiance à la fête était super cordiale.