Recueillis (en. Collected)

/ʁə.ky.e.j/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who has accepted or received information or emotions.
The children were collected during the meeting and shared their experiences.
Les enfants étaient recueillis lors de la réunion et ont partagé leurs expériences.
Refers to someone who has calmed down after intense emotion.
After the storm, he was finally collected and ready to talk.
Après la tempête, il était enfin recueilli et prêt à parler.

Etymology

Comes from the verb recueillir, which means to assemble, gather, or harvest.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be collected
To be receptive or open to concepts or ideas.
être recueilli
to gather opinions
To collect people's opinions or feelings.
recueillir des avis
to gather information
To collect data or facts on a subject.
recueillir des informations

Related Words

to collect
Verb meaning to collect or accept something.
recueillir
welcome
Noun for the state of welcome or reception.
accueil
receptive
Adjective describing a person open to new ideas.
réceptif

Slang Meanings

To be in tune with one's emotions.
After his breakup, he really collected himself.
Après sa rupture, il s'est vraiment recueilli.
To be attuned to others.
In this group, we all come together to collect ourselves.
Dans ce groupe, on se recueille tous ensemble.