le égard
respect · regard · consideration
C'est l'attention ou le respect que l'on montre envers quelqu'un ou quelque chose.
The French word "égard" means "regard," "consideration," "respect," or "attention" toward someone or something. It refers to the way one thinks about or treats a person or situation with a certain feeling or attitude.
Meaning and usage:
- It expresses how much respect or consideration is shown.
- Example: avoir de l'égard pour quelqu'un = to have respect for someone.
- It is commonly used in plural form "égards" and often appears in polite or formal expressions.
Common phrases with "égard":
- À l'égard de — meaning "with regard to" or "concerning."
- Example: Des mesures ont été prises à l'égard des étudiants (Measures were taken regarding the students).
- Manquer d'égard — meaning "to show lack of consideration."
- Témoigner de l'égard — meaning "to show respect."
Synonyms and differences:
- Respect: More general and direct term for respect and admiration; "égard" is a bit more formal or nuanced, implying consideration or attention.
- Considération: Close in meaning to "égard," emphasizing thoughtfulness or regard for feelings; "égard" is sometimes more about social or formal acknowledgment.
- Attention: More neutral, relating to focusing one's mind or noticing something; "égard" implies more interpersonal respect rather than just noticing.
In short, "égard" is a somewhat formal word that signifies thoughtfulness, respect, or consideration towards someone or something, often used in formal language or polite discourse.
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Examples
Ce professeur traite chaque élève avec égard.noun
This teacher treats every student with respect.
Dans son discours, madame Dubois a montré beaucoup d'égard envers tout le monde.noun
In her speech, Mrs. Dubois showed a lot of respect towards everyone.
Il conserve beaucoup d'égards pour ses professeurs.noun
He has a lot of regard for his teachers.
Ils ont pris cette décision sans grand égard pour les conséquences.noun
They made this decision without much regard for the consequences.
Par égard pour ses voisins, il a baissé la musique.noun
Out of consideration for his neighbors, he turned down the music.
Elle manque d’égards envers ses collègues.noun
She lacks consideration for her colleagues.
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