Le courage
Example: Il faut du courage pour affronter ses peurs chaque jour.
Definition
"Le courage" refers to the quality of mind or spirit that enables a person to face difficulty, danger, or pain without fear. It involves bravery and determination, especially when confronting challenges or fears, as in the example phrase about facing fears daily.
Etymology
The word "le courage" comes from the Old French word 'corage,' which originally meant heart or innermost feelings, derived from the Latin 'cor' meaning heart. Did you know? The idea of courage being linked to the heart reflects how ancient cultures saw bravery as a matter of inner strength and feeling.
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"Le courage" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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