Séverine (en. Severine)

/se.ve.ʁin/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Common feminine first name derived from the Latin 'severinus', meaning 'severe'.

Her name is Séverine and she is very well-liked by her friends.

Elle s'appelle Séverine et est très appréciée de ses amis.

Rarely used as a collective noun in literature.

In the novel, several Séverines cross paths without knowing each other.

Dans le roman, plusieurs Séverine se croisent sans se connaître.

Derived from the Latin 'severinus', which means severe.

to be severe

to have a strict or inflexible behavior.

être sévère

severe reproaches

firm or severe criticisms.

sévères reproches

to have a severe tone

to speak in a strict or authoritative manner.

avoir un ton sévère

severe

Quality of being strict or rigid.

sévère

severity

Character of what is rigorous.

sévérité

Very strict person.

She is really a Severine when it comes to rules.

Elle est vraiment une Séverine quand il s'agit de règles.

Iron lady.

She has the reputation of being a Severine in the office.

Elle a la réputation d'être une Séverine dans le bureau.