Valeurs (en. Values)
[valœʁ]
Meaning & Definition
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noun
What is considered important or valuable in a person's or a society's life.
Family values are essential for this community.
Les valeurs familiales sont essentielles pour cette communauté.
The moral or ethical ideas that guide behavior.
They share similar values regarding education.
Ils partagent des valeurs similaires sur l'éducation.
The elements that shape a group's culture.
Cultural values influence the traditions of the region.
Les valeurs culturelles influent sur les traditions de la région.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'valor', meaning value or strength.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to highlight
To make something more attractive or significant.
mettre en valeur
fundamental values
Essential principles that guide an organization or a person.
valeurs fondamentales
shared values
Ideas or beliefs common among a group.
valeurs partagées
Related Words
value
Quantity or importance assigned to something.
valeur
valuation
Process of assigning a value to an asset.
valorisation
ethics
Moral principles that guide behavior.
éthique
Slang Meanings
Misinterpreted or exaggerated values.
He doesn't really respect his values; it's just hot air.
Il ne respecte pas vraiment ses valeurs, c'est juste du vent.
To adopt the trend of having hypocritical values.
She has superficial values but doesn't really apply them.
Elle a des valeurs de surface, mais ne les applique pas vraiment.