Fier (en. Proud)

/fjɛʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who feels pride or satisfaction about something.
She is proud of her achievements.
Elle est fière de ses réussites.
Who is fought, feared, or respected.
This warrior is known for being a proud fighter.
Ce guerrier est connu pour être un fier combattant.
Who maintains a certain dignity.
He walks with a proud posture.
Il marche avec une posture fière.

Etymology

From Latin 'ferus', meaning 'wild'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

proud as a peacock
To have a great self-confidence.
fier comme un coq
to be proud of something
To feel pride for an achievement.
être fier de quelque chose

Related Words

pride
Feeling of pride.
fierté
proudly
In a proud manner.
fièrement

Slang Meanings

To be very self-satisfied.
He is as proud as a peacock of his new car.
Il est fier comme un paon de sa nouvelle voiture.
To boast excessively.
She is always showing off, proud of her work.
Elle est toujours en train de fanfaronner, fière de son travail.