Véritablement (en. Truly)

/veʁitabʁəmɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
Indicates that something is indeed or really the case.
He is truly talented in this field.
Il est véritablement talentueux dans ce domaine.
Used to emphasize the truth of a statement.
It is truly incredible what he has achieved.
C'est véritablement incroyable ce qu'il a accompli.
Allows one to assert with certainty an observation.
We truly need changes in this system.
Nous avons véritablement besoin de changements dans ce système.

Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'true' with the suffix '-ly' indicating a manner of being.

Common Phrases and Expressions

truly important
which has a real importance.
véritablement important
truly happy
which is genuinely happy, without pretenses.
véritablement heureux
truly in love
which feels a sincere love.
véritablement amoureux

Related Words

true
which is true, authentic.
véritable
truth
that which corresponds to reality.
vérité
truly
in a real, authentic way.
véritablement

Slang Meanings

It’s true for real.
It's truly stylish, like!
C'est véritablement stylé, genre !
It’s really awesome.
This movie is truly a masterpiece!
Ce film, c'est véritablement un chef-d'œuvre !