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    Galante (en. Gallant)

    /ɡalɑ̃t/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who is attentive and courteous toward a lady.
    He always has gallant manners with her.
    Il a toujours des manières galantes avec elle.
    Relating to gallant love or a light romantic relationship.
    We attended a performance of gallant charm.
    Nous avons assisté à un spectacle de charme galant.
    Characterized by a certain elegance or seductive behavior.
    Her outfit was both simple and gallant.
    Sa tenue était à la fois simple et galante.

    Etymology

    Derived from the French 'galant', which means courteous or romantic.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    gallant love
    A light romantic relationship, often without commitment.
    amour galant
    gallant manners
    Refined and respectful behaviors toward a lady.
    manières galantes

    Related Words

    gallantry
    Courteous and delicate behavior of men toward women.
    galanterie
    to gallant
    To act in a gallant or seductive manner.
    galantiser

    Slang Meanings

    To flirt in an exaggerated way.
    He spent the evening gallanting with everyone.
    Il a passé la soirée à galanter avec tout le monde.
    To show off to seduce someone.
    He is just gallanting to impress the girl.
    Il ne fait que galanter pour impressionner la fille.