Intimité (en. Privacy)

/ɛ̃.ti.mi.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A relationship of trust and complicity between individuals.
Intimacy between partners is essential for a healthy relationship.
L'intimité entre les partenaires est essentielle pour une relation saine.
A state of being shielded from prying eyes and intrusions.
He enjoys spending time in his garden, away from the intimacy of others.
Il aime passer du temps dans son jardin, loin de l'intimité des autres.
The private aspect of someone's life.
She prefers to keep her intimacy away from the media.
Elle préfère garder son intimité à l'abri des médias.

Etymology

From the Latin 'intimitas', which means 'proximity'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

marital intimacy
the intimate relationship between spouses.
intimité conjugale
respect for privacy
act in a way that does not violate someone's privacy.
respecter l'intimité
create intimacy
establish a deep connection with someone.
créer une intimité

Related Words

intimate
Characteristic of what is personal or private.
intime
confidentiality
Nature of that which is secret or private.
confidentialité
closeness
State of being emotionally or physically close.
closeness

Slang Meanings

A close-knit circle of close friends.
I prefer to discuss my problems in my intimacy.
Je préfère discuter de mes problèmes dans mon intime.
Private aspect of sexual life.
They shared intimate moments during their trip.
Ils ont partagé des moments intimes pendant leur voyage.