Hardis (en. Bold)
/aʁ.di/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Describes a person who acts boldly.
It was bold of him to propose such an idea.
Il a été hardi de proposer une telle idée.
Who displays great assurance.
His bold attitude impressed everyone.
Son attitude hardie a impressionné tout le monde.
Describes a reckless act.
It was a bold but risky plan.
C'était un plan hardi mais risqué.
Etymology
From Old French 'hardiz', derived from 'hard', meaning 'hard'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to take a bold risk
To act with boldness by taking a significant risk.
prendre un risque hardi
to have a bold heart
To have courage or audacity.
avoir un cœur hardi
a bold act
An act undertaken with bravery or recklessness.
un acte hardi
Related Words
bold
Who shows boldness.
hardi
boldness
The quality of a bold person.
hardiesse
boldly
With boldness.
hardiement
Slang Meanings
Audacious in one's actions.
This artist is bold in his color choices.
Cet artiste est hardis dans ses choix de couleur.
To take risks without hesitation.
He is always bold in his investments.
Il est toujours hardis dans ses investissements.