Solennelles (en. Solemn)

[sɔ.lɛ.nɛl]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Having a serious and grave character, often related to ceremony.
The president's speech was very solemn.
Le discours du président était très solennel.
Done with solemnity.
The graduation ceremony took place in a solemn atmosphere.
La remise des diplômes s'est déroulée dans une ambiance solennelle.
Related to formal and ceremonial events.
They celebrated their wedding with a solemn ceremony.
Ils ont célébré leur mariage avec une cérémonie solennelle.

Etymology

From Latin 'sollemnis', meaning 'feast' or 'celebration'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

solemn ceremony
Formal and important event.
cérémonie solennelle
solemn promise
Serious and official commitment.
promesse solennelle
solemn moment
Moment of reflection or respect in a serious context.
moment solennel

Related Words

solemnity
Solemn character of an event.
solennité
ceremony
Official ritual or event.
cérémonie
gravity
Seriousness or importance of a situation.
gravité

Slang Meanings

Serious, heavy.
This movie was too solemn for my taste.
Ce film était trop solennel à mon goût.
Too serious, lack of lightness.
Don't make a solemn face, relax a little!
Ne fais pas une tête solennelle, détends-toi un peu!