D'apprécier (en. To appreciate)

da.pʁe.sje

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To positively evaluate something or someone.
I really appreciate your help on this project.
J'apprécie vraiment votre aide sur ce projet.
To have a favorable opinion about.
She greatly appreciates classical music.
Elle apprécie beaucoup la musique classique.
To show appreciation.
They appreciate your generosity.
Ils apprécient votre générosité.

Etymology

From Latin 'appretiare', meaning to assess or appreciate.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I appreciate him a lot.
Expression indicating great admiration.
Je l'apprécie beaucoup
To appreciate at its true value.
Fully recognize the value of something.
Apprécier à sa juste valeur
To appreciate the present moment.
Knowing how to enjoy the moment.
Apprécier le moment présent

Related Words

appreciation
Action of evaluating or recognizing the value of something.
appréciation
appreciable
That can be assessed or recognized as having value.
appréciable
to appreciate
Verb in the infinitive meaning to recognize value.
apprécier

Slang Meanings

To be a fan of something.
I totally agree, I really appreciate this movie!
Je suis trop d'accord, j'apprécie ce film à fond !
To dig.
I dig this track, it's great!
Je kiffe ce morceau, il est génial !