Fraternel (en. Fraternal)
/fʁa.tɛʁ.nɛl/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Relating to brothers.
The fraternal bond is very strong between them.
Le lien fraternel est très fort entre eux.
Manifesting friendship, solidarity among men.
They feel a fraternal sentiment towards all their comrades.
Ils éprouvent un sentiment fraternel envers tous leurs camarades.
Describing a kind or benevolent attitude or relationship.
A fraternal approach should be adopted in discussions.
Il faut adopter une approche fraternelle dans les discussions.
Etymology
From the Latin 'frater', meaning brother.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fraternal bond
A very strong and affectionate bond between brothers.
lien fraternel
fraternal spirit
An attitude of solidarity and kindness between people.
esprit fraternel
fraternal relationship
A relationship based on friendship and respect.
relation fraternelle
Related Words
fraternity
Solidarity among brothers, a group of boys and men considered as brothers.
fraternité
brotherhood
Association of people united by a bond of fraternity.
confrérie
brother
A male person having the same parents or a common parent.
frère
Slang Meanings
Very strong camaraderie among friends.
We have a real fraternal connection with him, always there in good and bad times.
On a une vraie fraternel avec lui, toujours là dans les bons comme les mauvais moments.
Caring and altruism in friendly relationships.
They always support each other; it's a fraternal relationship.
Ils se soutiennent toujours, c'est une relation fraternel.