Respectueuse (en. Respectful)

/ʁɛspɛktɥøz/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Showing consideration and deference.
She is always respectful towards her colleagues.
Elle est toujours respectueuse envers ses collègues.
That respects rules or social norms.
A respectful behavior is expected in this meeting.
Un comportement respectueux est attendu dans cette réunion.
That expresses admiration or recognition.
He has respectful words for his former teacher.
Il a des paroles respectueuses pour son ancien professeur.

Etymology

Derived from 'respect' with the suffix '-ful'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have respect
To show consideration for someone.
avoir du respect
to respect differences
To accept and value diversity.
respecter les différences
in all respectability
In a respectable manner.
en toute respectabilité

Related Words

respect
A feeling of consideration for a person or thing.
respect
deference
An attitude of submissive respect towards someone.
déférence
courtesy
Polite and respectful behavior.
courtoisie