Reprocha (en. Reproached)
/ʁə.pʁo.ʃa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To express a reproach to someone.
She reproached him for his rude behavior.
Elle lui reprocha son rude comportement.
To make a criticism regarding someone for an act or attitude.
He reproached his friend for not warning him.
Il reprocha à son ami de ne pas l'avoir prévenu.
To attribute a fault or responsibility to someone.
He was reproached for not meeting deadlines.
On lui reprocha de ne pas avoir respecté les délais.
Etymology
From the verb reprocher, derived from the Latin 'reprochare' meaning 'to make a reproach'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to reproach someone
Make a reproach to someone for an act or a failure.
reprocher à quelqu'un
to make a reproach
To express a criticism or disapproval.
faire un reproche
Related Words
reproach
A criticism made to someone for an act deemed inappropriate.
reproche
reprimand
A reproach often made with a connotation of disapproval.
remontrance
Slang Meanings
Friendly criticism.
He gave her a friendly reproach after ruining the surprise.
Il lui a fait un reprocha sympa après avoir gâché la surprise.
To remind someone of what they should do.
He made his reproach about how to organize the party.
Il a fait son reprocha sur la façon d'organiser la fête.