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    Sacrés (en. Sacred)

    /sakʁe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Qualified as sacred in a religious context.
    Places of worship are often considered sacred spaces.
    Les lieux de culte sont souvent considérés comme des espaces sacrés.
    Highly respected or whose meaning must not be profaned.
    Certain family traditions are perceived as sacred.
    Certaines traditions familiales sont perçues comme sacrées.
    Worthy of veneration or devotion.
    Nature is often seen as sacred in many cultures.
    La nature est souvent vue comme sacrée dans de nombreuses cultures.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'sacer', meaning 'sacred' or 'consecrated'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sacred blue
    Expression of surprise or indignation.
    sacré bleu
    sacred heart
    Reference to the Sacred Heart, a secular or religious expression.
    sacré cœur
    a sacred character
    A person with a strong or unique character.
    un sacré personnage

    Related Words

    sacrament
    Sacred ritual in the Christian faith.
    sacrement
    sacralize
    Make something sacred.
    sacraliser
    sacredness
    Sacred nature of something.
    sacralité

    Slang Meanings

    A term of exclamation, often to express surprise.
    Sacred, that's incredible!
    Sacre, c'est incroyable !
    Used to denote something truly remarkable or exceptional.
    This cake is a sacred delight!
    Ce gâteau est un sacré délice !