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    S'agenouiller (en. Kneel)

    /sa.ʒe.nu.je/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Action of positioning oneself in a kneeling stance.
    He knelt to pray.
    Il s'est agenouillé pour prier.
    Demonstration of respect or submission.
    She knelt before the king.
    Elle s'est agenouillée devant le roi.
    Position taken as a sign of gratitude or affection.
    The child knelt to pick a flower.
    L'enfant s'est agenouillé pour cueillir une fleur.

    Etymology

    From Middle French 'agenouiller', derived from 'genou'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to kneel before someone
    To show respect or submission to someone.
    s'agenouiller devant quelqu'un
    to kneel to ask for forgiveness
    To demonstrate contrition or humility.
    s'agenouiller pour demander pardon
    to kneel at church
    To practice a religious tradition.
    s'agenouiller à l'église

    Related Words

    knee
    Joint that connects the thigh to the shin.
    genou
    kneeling
    Action of kneeling.
    agenouillement
    prayer
    Formula or act of communication with a deity.
    prière

    Slang Meanings

    To bend the knees in front of something powerful.
    He had to kneel before the boss to keep his job.
    Il a dû s'agenouiller devant le patron pour garder son emploi.
    To submit easily.
    This guy always kneels before his friends.
    Ce type s'agenouille toujours devant ses amis.