Rassurant (en. Reassuring)

/ʁa.sy.ʁɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which provides tranquility and assurance.
Her reassuring voice immediately calmed me.
Sa voix rassurante m'a immédiatement apaisé.
Which reduces worries or fears.
The doctor was very reassuring during our meeting.
Le médecin était très rassurant lors de notre rencontre.
Which gives an impression of serenity.
The reassuring landscape of the countryside comforted me.
Le paysage rassurant de la campagne m'a réconforté.

Etymology

Derived from the verb reassure, which comes from the prefix 'ra-' and the word 'surer'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a reassuring speech
A speech that reassures and makes one feel secure.
un discours rassurant
a reassuring gesture
An act that brings comfort and security.
un geste rassurant
to be reassuring
To have an attitude or way of speaking that calms worries.
être rassurant

Related Words

to reassure
Verb meaning to ensure that someone feels safe.
rassurer
assurance
A state of mind in which a person feels protected and safe.
assurance
serenity
A state of calm and peace of mind.
sérénité

Slang Meanings

Can be used to describe a person who calms others with their presence.
She has a reassuring vibe, you feel good around her.
Elle a une vibe rassurante, tu te sens bien près d'elle.