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    Providence (en. Providence)

    /pʁɔ.vi.dɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Divine power that oversees the fate of beings.
    Providence watched over them during their journey.
    La providence a veillé sur eux lors de leur voyage.
    Foresight, practical wisdom in resource management.
    He showed foresight by saving money for the future.
    Il a fait preuve de providence en épargnant de l'argent pour l'avenir.
    Event or circumstance regarded as a fortunate outcome orchestrated by a higher power.
    It was providence that brought them together after so many years.
    C'était la providence qui les a réunis après tant d'années.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'providentia', meaning 'foresight'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    divine providence
    Belief in the protective action of a higher power.
    la providence divine
    take into account providence
    Acting with consideration of what is planned or anticipated.
    tenir compte de la providence
    have faith in providence
    Believing that events are guided by a higher power.
    avoir foi en la providence

    Related Words

    providential
    Considered a sign of providence.
    providentiel
    social providence
    Measures aimed at ensuring the well-being of individuals.
    providence sociale
    provincial
    Related to a province, often considered less cosmopolitan.
    provincial

    Slang Meanings

    A stroke of luck brought by unexpected circumstances.
    His promotion at work is a true stroke of providence; no one expected it.
    Sa promotion au travail est un vrai coup de providence, personne ne s'y attendait.
    A providential solution to a complicated problem.
    It was providence to find this item online at the last moment.
    C'était la providence de trouver cet article en ligne au dernier moment.