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    Graves (en. Serious)

    /ɡʁav/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That which has great importance or serious character.
    The decisions made today are serious.
    Les décisions prises aujourd'hui sont graves.
    Refers to an injury or illness that endangers life.
    He was hospitalized for a serious injury.
    Il a été hospitalisé pour une blessure grave.
    That which expresses deep sadness or concern.
    His face was marked by a serious expression.
    Son visage était marqué par une expression grave.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'gravis' which means heavy or serious.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take something seriously
    To address a situation with attention and responsibility.
    prendre quelque chose au sérieux
    serious situation
    A case that requires immediate attention due to its dangerousness.
    situation grave
    serious words
    Words spoken with a deep and serious meaning.
    paroles graves

    Related Words

    gravity
    The character of that which is serious; the seriousness of a situation.
    gravité
    to engrave
    To make something permanent or serious through recording.
    graver
    engraver
    A person who engraves inscriptions, often in a serious manner.
    graveur

    Slang Meanings

    Serious (in a humorous context)
    He made a joke but I stayed serious.
    Il a fait une blague mais je suis resté grave.
    Refers to a very problematic situation.
    It's serious, we need to act quickly.
    C'est grave, il faut agir vite.