Riche (en. Rich)

/ʁɪʃ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
One who has a large amount of money or goods.
This man is very rich; he owns several businesses.
Cet homme est très riche, il possède plusieurs entreprises.
One who is abundant in something.
This region is rich in biodiversity.
Cette région est riche en biodiversité.
One who has great value or impact.
This painting is rich in colors and emotions.
Ce tableau est riche en couleurs et en émotions.

Etymology

From the Latin 'richus', derived from the Germanic 'rik', meaning powerful.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to a rich man, a rich heart
A rich person can have a generous heart.
à riche homme, riche cœur
rich as Croesus
Extremely rich, like Croesus, a legendary king.
riche comme Crésus
a rich heir
An heir who receives a great fortune.
un riche héritier

Related Words

wealth
State of being rich, often related to material goods.
richesse
enrichment
Process by which one acquires wealth.
richissement
richly
Richly, usually in abundance.
richement

Slang Meanings

A big shot
He is a big shot; he has money to spend.
Il est un gros, il a de l'argent à dépenser.
Solid
He is solid; he has no financial worries.
Il est béton, il n'a pas de soucis financiers.