Véritables (en. Real)
/veʁitabl/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
That which exists in reality, not an imitation.
This restaurant serves true traditional dishes.
Ce restaurant sert de véritables plats traditionnels.
That which is sincere and honest.
He is a true friend, always there in difficult times.
Il est un véritable ami, toujours là dans les moments difficiles.
That which exactly corresponds to the truth.
The results of the survey truly reflect public opinion.
Les résultats de l'enquête reflètent véritablement l'opinion publique.
Etymology
From Latin 'veritas', meaning truth.
Common Phrases and Expressions
true heroes
People who perform courageous acts.
véritables héros
true masterpieces
Works that are considered exceptional examples.
véritables chefs-d'œuvre
true falsehoods
Expressing sarcastically to refer to things that are not what they seem.
véritables fausses
Related Words
truth
Conformity to reality or factuality.
vérité
authentic
That which is real and conforms to the truth.
authentique
reality
The state of things as they are in the world.
réalité
Slang Meanings
Something very good or of high quality.
That show was fire, really, true vibes.
Ce spectacle était le feu, vraiment, des véritables vibes.
Representation of sincerity among friends.
You know, in a group, everyone is real, no fake games.
Tu sais, en groupe, tout le monde est véritable, pas de faux jeux.