Le respect
Example: Le respect mutuel est essentiel pour une collaboration réussie.
Definition
"Le respect" refers to the feeling or attitude of admiration and consideration towards someone or something, recognizing their value, rights, or qualities. It involves treating others with courtesy and honoring mutual understanding, as in the phrase 'Le respect mutuel est essentiel pour une collaboration réussie.'
Etymology
The term "le respect" originates from the Latin word 'respectus,' which means 'regard' or 'consideration.' It entered French through Old French, retaining the sense of looking back or considering something carefully. Did you know? The root 'spec-' in Latin relates to seeing or observing, highlighting how respect originally meant to look back or pay attention.
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"Le respect" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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