noun
le cadeau
gift
Chose que l’on offre à quelqu’un pour lui faire plaisir sans rien demander en retour.
Word: cadeau
Meaning in English:
The French word cadeau means "gift" or "present." It refers to something given voluntarily without payment in return, often as a token of appreciation, celebration, or kindness.
Parts:
- cadeau is a masculine noun: un cadeau
- The plural is des cadeaux
Explanation:
- A cadeau can be anything given on occasions such as birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, or simply as a thoughtful gesture.
- Synonyms include présent, don, or in some contexts, offrande (though this last one is more formal or religious).
Synonyms:
- présent (present)
- don (donation, gift)
Antonyms:
- This word does not have a direct antonym, but in opposite contexts, terms like achat (purchase) or réception (reception vs giving) might be conceptually opposite.
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Examples
Je donne un cadeau à ma sœur.noun
I give a gift to my sister.
Marie apporte un beau cadeau.noun
Marie brings a beautiful gift.
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