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    Prévenances (en. Considerations)

    pʁe.və.nɑ̃s

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Acts or gestures through which one shows attention or kindness to others.
    He has always shown consideration towards his clients.
    Il a toujours fait preuve de prévenances envers ses clients.
    Behavior attentive to the sensitivity of others.
    Her consideration touched everyone in the room.
    Sa prévenance a touché tout le monde dans la salle.
    Kind attention, consideration towards a person.
    She showed consideration by preparing a meal for her guests.
    Elle a hecho preuve de prévenances en préparant un repas pour ses invités.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'prévenir' which means to anticipate, to warn, accompanied by the suffix '-ance' to form a noun.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to show consideration
    To show attention and delicacy towards someone.
    faire preuve de prévenances
    to act with consideration
    To act in a manner that shows care and attention.
    agir avec prévenance
    consideration for others
    Attitude of being attentive to the needs of others.
    prévenance envers les autres

    Related Words

    to warn
    To warn someone about something in advance.
    prévenir
    considerate
    One who shows consideration.
    prévenant
    preventive
    One who seeks to prevent a problem or danger.
    préventif

    Slang Meanings

    Exaggerated attention to flatter someone.
    He keeps showing her consideration; it's ridiculous.
    Il n'arrête pas de lui faire des prévenances, c'est ridicule.
    Kindness perceived as a form of manipulation.
    His considerations often hide a personal interest.
    Ses prévenances cachent souvent un intérêt personnel.