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    Galamment (en. Gallantly)

    /ɡa.lɑ.mɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    In a gallant manner, with elegance and politeness.
    He spoke to her gallantly, offering her flowers.
    Il lui a parlé galamment, en lui offrant des fleurs.
    With a courteous attitude towards a woman.
    He gallantly opened the door for her.
    Il a galamment ouvert la porte pour elle.
    In a refined and delicate manner.
    The waiter gallantly served the dishes.
    Le serveur a galamment servi les plats.

    Etymology

    Derived from the adjective 'gallant', which comes from old French 'galant', meaning 'courteous'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    act gallantly
    To act with courtesy and elegance.
    agir galamment
    speak gallantly
    To express oneself with chosen and respectful words.
    parler galamment
    gallant behavior
    An attitude that shows respect and delicacy towards others.
    comportement galant

    Related Words

    gallant
    Someone who shows courtesy, especially towards women.
    galant
    courteous
    Someone who manifests politeness and kindness.
    courtois
    elegant
    Someone who is distinguished in style or appearance.
    élégant

    Slang Meanings

    To flirt respectfully
    He gallantly gives her a compliment without being intimidating.
    Il galamment lui lance un compliment sans être intimidant.
    To act in a charming yet polite manner
    The way he dances is so gallantly charming.
    La manière dont il danse est si galamment séduisante.