Le dévouement
Example: Le dévouement des bénévoles a sauvé de nombreuses vies.
Definition
"Le dévouement" refers to the quality of being dedicated and selflessly committed to a cause or person, often involving personal sacrifice. It highlights the willingness to put others' needs or a mission above one's own interests.
Etymology
The word "le dévouement" comes from the French verb "dévouer," which means to dedicate or devote oneself. It traces back to the Latin word "devotus," meaning devoted or consecrated. Did you know that originally it carried a religious connotation of being pledged or vowed?
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"Le dévouement" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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