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    S'inclina (en. Bowed)

    [ɛ̃.kli.na]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To lean or bend as a sign of respect or humility.
    He bowed before the king to show his respect.
    Il s'inclina devant le roi pour montrer son respect.
    To change one's position or angle.
    She slightly inclined to avoid the sun.
    Elle s'inclina légèrement pour éviter le soleil.
    To adopt an attitude of humility or submission.
    During his speech, he humbly bowed before his mentors.
    Lors de son discours, il s'inclina humblement devant ses mentors.

    Etymology

    The word comes from the Latin verb 'inclinare', meaning 'to lean', 'to bend'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to bow before
    To show respect or honor towards someone.
    s'incliner devant
    to incline to
    To accept a position or opinion.
    s'incliner à
    to stand firm on one's principles
    To show flexibility regarding one's beliefs.
    s'incliner sur ses principes

    Related Words

    inclination
    Action of leaning or bending something.
    inclinaison
    to incline
    To cause to lean or bend.
    incliner
    inclined
    That which can be inclined.
    inclinable