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bravos
/bʁa.vo/
cheers
Bravo ! Tu as réussi ton examen.
Cheers! You passed your exam.
neutral
Expression shouted to express approval, admiration, or congratulations, often in applause.
Les spectateurs ont crié 'Bravo !' après la performance.
The audience shouted 'Bravo!' after the performance.
Bravo pour ton travail acharné !
Well done for your hard work!
Used in formal and informal contexts, often in theaters, concerts, or after achievements.
Collocations
faire des bravosto applaudrecevoir des bravosto receive applause
Synonyms
Pro Tip
Pronunciation Tip
The 's' in 'bravos' is pronounced, unlike in English where it would be silent. Listen to native speakers to mimic the correct intonation.
Gold Rule
Usage Rule
Use 'bravo' for a single person and 'bravos' for multiple or as a general cheer. Example: 'Bravo pour toi !' (singular) vs. 'Bravos à tous !' (plural).
Word Origin
From Italian 'bravo' (good, brave), originally used to praise a male performer. The plural 'bravos' is used in French to address multiple individuals or as an exclamation.
Usage Notes
'Bravo' is singular and used for one person, while 'bravos' is plural or used as a general exclamation. In writing, 'bravo' is often italicized to indicate the foreign word.
Word Breakdown
bravo
good, brave (Italian)
roots
plural marker or general exclamation
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