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    Richesses (en. Wealth)

    /ʁiʃɛs/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The total of a person's or a country's material and immaterial goods.
    The wealth of a nation is often measured by its gross domestic product.
    Les richesses d'une nation sont souvent mesurées par son produit intérieur brut.
    Opulence, fortune.
    He lives in a large house, testament to his many riches.
    Il vit dans une grande maison, témoignant de ses nombreuses richesses.
    A great variety or diversity.
    The wealth of biodiversity is essential for the ecosystem.
    La richesse de la biodiversité est essentielle pour l'écosystème.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'richesa', meaning 'abundance'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a fortune
    To accumulate goods or money.
    faire des richesses
    inner wealth
    The non-material values and qualities possessed by a person.
    la richesse intérieure
    cultural wealth
    The diversity of cultures and the art of a community.
    richesse culturelle

    Related Words

    rich
    Who possesses many goods or money.
    riche
    to impoverish
    To make poor, decrease wealth.
    appauvrir
    material wealth
    The tangible goods one possesses.
    richesse matérielle

    Slang Meanings

    Filthy rich
    He is filthy rich thanks to his inheritance.
    Il est plein aux as grâce à son héritage.
    Having deep pockets
    After selling his business, he has deep pockets.
    Après la vente de son entreprise, il a les poches pleines.