adjectivenounnounverb
soigné
care · neat
Qui montre de la propreté, de l’attention et du soin dans son apparence ou dans son travail.
Definition & meaning
The word soigné is a versatile adjective in French that generally describes something or someone that has received careful attention.
- Well-groomed or neat: It refers to a person whose appearance is tidy, elegant, and polished. It implies that care has been taken regarding one's clothes, hair, or general presentation.
- Carefully executed or refined: It describes work, a performance, or an object that has been produced with great attention to detail, precision, and quality. A piece of writing or a decorated interior that is "soigné" is one that is elegant and polished.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is an adjective that must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes (e.g., une femme soignée, des appartements soignés). It is the past participle of the verb soigner (to take care of, to nurse, to treat).
- Word origin: It derives from the Old French word soing (care, concern), which has Germanic roots related to the concept of worrying or caring about something.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Bien entretenu: Kept in good condition.
- Élégant: Refined or stylish.
- Appliqué: Diligent or hardworking in one's execution of a task.
- Ordonné: Orderly or neat.
- Impeccable: Flawless or perfect.
Antonyms:
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Examples
Marie a soigné un chat.adjective
Marie cared for a cat.
Elle porte une tenue très soignée.adjective
She is wearing a very neat outfit.
Son écriture soignée impressionne ses professeurs.adjective
His neat handwriting impresses his teachers.
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