Godefroid (en. Godefroid)

/ɡɔd.ə.fʁwɑ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Common noun, sometimes used in reference to historical or literary figures.

Godfrey appears in several medieval tales.

On retrouve Godefroid dans plusieurs contes médiévaux.

Masculine first name of Old French origin.

Godfrey has always been a common name in certain regions.

Godefroid a toujours été un nom fréquent dans certaines régions.

Historically, a famous character by this name is Godfrey of Bouillon.

Godfrey of Bouillon is known for his participation in the First Crusade.

Godefroid de Bouillon est connu pour sa participation à la première croisade.

Derived from the Old French Gotefroid, of Germanic origin, composed of 'gode' (good) and 'frid' (peace).

Godfrey of Bouillon

A historical figure who led the Crusaders.

Godefroid de Bouillon

To have the spirit of Godfrey

To show courage or bravery.

Avoir l'esprit de Godefroid

gode

Good, referring to something positive.

gode

frid

Peace, referring to the state of tranquility.

frid

A term used affectionately to designate a strong man.

Look at this guy, he's a real Godfrey!

Regarde ce gars, c'est un vrai Godefroid!

Used jokingly to refer to a person who loves adventure.

He's always ready to conquer new horizons, he's a Godfrey at heart.

Il est toujours prêt à conquérir de nouveaux horizons, c'est un Godefroid dans l'âme.