Louanges (en. Praises)

/lwa.̃ɑ̃ʒ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Expressions of praise, admiration, or approval.

The praises he received for his performance were deserved.

Les louanges qu'il a reçues pour sa performance étaient méritées.

A speech or text dedicated to celebrating someone.

The author's praises are written in his biography.

Les louanges de l'auteur sont écrites dans sa biographie.

From the Latin 'laus', meaning praise or commendation.

to sing praises

To praise or flatter someone.

chanter des louanges

to receive praise

To be complimented or congratulated.

recevoir des louanges

to spread praises

To make known someone's achievements or qualities.

répandre des louanges

eulogy

Expression of praise or approval.

éloge

applause

Manifestation of recognition through applause.

applaudissements

veneration

Deep respect and admiration for a person.

vénération

tribute

Recognition or respect addressed to someone.

hommage

Exaggerated flattery.

He used praises to embellish his speech.

Il a utilisé des louanges pour embélir son discours.

Compliment.

His praises were so sincere that they touched me.

Ses louanges étaient si sincères qu'elles m'ont touché.