S'accomplir (en. To be accomplished)
/s‿a.kɔ̃.pʁiʁ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To reach a state of realization or success.
He finally accomplished himself in his career.
Il s'est enfin accompli dans sa carrière.
To realize oneself, to transform into something complete.
Over time, she learned to fulfill herself personally.
Avec le temps, elle a su s'accomplir personnellement.
To evolve toward a desired goal or objective.
Artists often seek to fulfill themselves through their art.
Les artistes cherchent souvent à s'accomplir par leur art.
Etymology
From the Latin 'accomplire', meaning 'to fill fully', composed of 'ad-' (toward) and 'complere' (to complete).
Common Phrases and Expressions
to fulfill oneself
To be able to realize one's personal potential.
s'accomplir soi-même
to find fulfillment in one's life
To find meaning or success in one's personal life.
s'accomplir dans sa vie
to achieve fulfillment professionally
To reach heights or successes in a career.
s'accomplir professionnellement
Related Words
achievement
The action of fulfilling oneself, of realizing something.
accomplissement
realization
The action of achieving something, often used in a personal or professional context.
réalisation
success
The accomplishment of a goal or project.
succès
Slang Meanings
To give one's all.
He really decided to fulfill himself; he gives his all in his work.
Il a vraiment décidé de s'accomplir, il se donne à fond dans son travail.
To be at the top of one's game.
Since he changed jobs, he has been realizing himself and is at the top.
Depuis qu'il a changé de boulot, il s'accomplit et il est au top.