Fièrement (en. Proudly)
/fjɛʁmɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adverb
In a manner that shows pride.
She answered the question proudly.
Elle a répondu fièrement à la question.
Behaving with arrogance or pride.
He walks proudly, as if he is superior to others.
Il marche fièrement, comme s'il était supérieur aux autres.
With confidence and dignity.
They stand proudly to defend their rights.
Ils se dressent fièrement pour défendre leurs droits.
Etymology
Derived from the adjective 'proud' with the suffix '-ly' indicating manner.
Common Phrases and Expressions
walk proudly
To advance with an uplifted head, showing confidence.
marcher fièrement
speak proudly
To express oneself with pride and confidence on a subject.
parler fièrement
stand proudly
To position oneself with confidence and dignity.
se tenir fièrement
Related Words
proud
Showing pride or arrogance.
fier
pride
A feeling of satisfaction regarding oneself or one's accomplishments.
fierté
arrogance
A feeling of superiority over others.
orgueil
Slang Meanings
Being overly self-confident.
He acts too much, he is really proudly arrogant.
Il se la joue trop, il est vraiment fièrement arrogant.
Displaying great confidence.
She struts proudly in her new outfit.
Elle se pavane fièrement dans son nouveau costume.