Reconnaissante (en. Grateful)
/ʁə.kɔnɛ.sɑ̃t/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to someone who is grateful towards others.
She is always grateful for the help she received.
Elle est toujours reconnaissante pour l'aide qu'elle a reçue.
Who shows gratitude.
He has a grateful attitude towards his friends.
Il a une attitude reconnaissante envers ses amis.
Qualifies a person who does not forget the benefits received.
It is important to be grateful for what one has.
Il est important d'être reconnaissante pour ce que l'on a.
Etymology
From the verb 'reconnaître' with the suffix '-ant' to form an adjective.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be grateful
To express gratitude.
être reconnaissante
grateful towards someone
To be full of gratitude towards someone.
reconnaissante à l'égard de quelqu'un
to act in a grateful manner
To behave with gratitude.
agir de manière reconnaissante
Related Words
recognize
To admit or acknowledge something.
reconnaître
gratitude
A feeling of gratitude and thanksgiving.
gratitude
obliged
To be obliged to be of service.
obligé
Slang Meanings
To be overdrawn.
I am overdrawn with you, so I am grateful to you.
Je suis à découvert chez toi, donc je te suis reconnaissante.
A little help.
I really appreciate your little help, I owe you a favor.
J'apprécie vraiment ton coup de pouce, je te dois une faveur.