Sérieuses (en. Serious)

/se.ʁjø.z/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which expresses gravity or seriousness.
His concerns are very serious in this situation.
Ses préoccupations sont très séieuses dans cette situation.
Which deserves consideration and attention.
This problem is serious and must be resolved quickly.
Ce problème est séreux et doit être résolu rapidement.
Which relates to serious, important matters.
Our discussions must be serious, especially in a professional context.
Nos discussions doivent être séreuses, surtout dans un contexte professionnel.

Etymology

From the Latin 'serius', meaning 'serious' or 'grave'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to take something seriously
To attach importance to something.
prendre quelque chose au sérieux
to be as serious as a pope
To be extremely serious.
être sérieux comme un pape
to do something seriously
To act with seriousness or gravity.
faire quelque chose sérieusement

Related Words

serenity
State of calmness and tranquility.
sérénité
serious
Character of something that is important or requires thought.
sérieux

Slang Meanings

To be on the job
He is always on the job when it comes to serious problems.
Il est toujours sur le tas quand il s'agit de problèmes séreux.
No joking
There’s no joking, this subject is serious.
Il n'y a pas de blague, ce sujet est séreux.