Couronnés (en. Crowned)

/kuʁɔne/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
People who have been crowned, often as royalty.
The crowned heads of Europe gather for the summit.
Les couronnés d'Europe se retrouvent pour le sommet.
Elements adorned with a crown.
The flower crowns adorned the wedding.
Les couronnés de fleurs ornaient le mariage.

Etymology

From the verb 'couronner', derived from the Latin 'coronare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

crowned with success
People who have achieved something spectacularly.
des couronnés de succès
to be crowned with laurels
To receive honors or awards.
être couronné de lauriers

Related Words

crown
Circular object worn on the head, symbol of royalty.
couronne
coronation
Ceremony of the enthronement of a king or queen.
coronation
royalty
Status of king or queen.
royauté

Slang Meanings

To be in a state of euphoria after a success.
After the victory, he was completely crowned.
Après la victoire, il était complètement couronné.
To have the upper hand in a situation.
In this negotiation, he was clearly crowned.
Dans cette négociation, il était clairement couronné.