L'éloge (en. The praise)

/le.lɔʒ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Discourse or writing that celebrates the merits of a person or thing.

The eulogy touched everyone present.

L'éloge funèbre a touché tous les présents.

Expression of praise or admiration.

His praise was published in the local newspaper.

Son éloge a été publié dans le journal local.

Evidence of respect and admiration one has for someone.

It was a praise of his exceptional career.

C'était un éloge à sa carrière exceptionnelle.

From Latin 'elogium', meaning inscription of praise.

to praise something

To express praise about something.

faire l'éloge de quelque chose

praise of courage

Praise particularly dedicated to courage.

éloge du courage

praise of simplicity

Praise valuing simplicity.

éloge de la simplicité

praiseworthy

Expressing praise.

élogieux

to praise

To express praise, to praise.

louer

admiration

Feeling of appreciation or esteem.

admiration

Word of encouragement.

After finishing his project, everyone praised him.

Après avoir terminé son projet, tout le monde lui a fait des éloges.

Public compliment.

His praise on stage was very well received.

Son éloge sur scène a été très bien reçu.