Pourvu (en. Provided)

/puʁvy/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Having something in one's possession.
She is endowed with exceptional talent.
Elle est pourvue d'un talent exceptionnel.
Equipped with something necessary.
Provided that you are there, everything will be fine.
Pourvu que tu sois là, tout ira bien.

Etymology

Comes from the verb 'pourvoir', derived from the Latin 'providere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

provided that
Indicates a condition, a wish, or a hope.
pourvu que
to be provided with
To have something in one's possession.
être pourvu de
provided with good health
To have good health.
pourvu d'une bonne santé

Related Words

to provide
To give, to supply something.
pourvoir
provider
A person who provides things or services.
pourvoyeur
provision
Resource or material acquired for future need.
provision

Slang Meanings

To be well-off.
He is well-off, he doesn't need help.
Il est pourvu, il n'a pas besoin de l'aide.
To have what it takes.
Don't worry, I have enough money for the trip.
Ne t'inquiète pas, je suis pourvu en argent pour le voyage.